The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Salisbury
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Salisbury will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Salisbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:253h51Plymouth14:16Salisbury£311One-way0 changes
10:253h51Plymouth14:16Salisbury£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 183 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£60 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth to Salisbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Salisbury trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:27 Plymouth | 3h05 | 12:32 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 Plymouth | 3h05 | 13:32 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Plymouth to Salisbury trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Salisbury.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to Salisbury.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Salisbury.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Salisbury.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Salisbury
Trains from Plymouth to Salisbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Salisbury trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Salisbury from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Salisbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Salisbury by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Salisbury
Most Plymouth to Salisbury trains use the Plymouth to Salisbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Salisbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Salisbury leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Salisbury station do trains from Plymouth arrive at?
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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