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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Salisbury station (SAL) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
09:521h28
Reading station (RDG)11:20Salisbury station (SAL)
£131One-way
0 changes
08:341h10
Reading station (RDG)09:44Salisbury station (SAL)
£271One-way
0 changes
04:402h26
Reading station (RDG)07:06Salisbury station (SAL)
£371One-way
0 changes
08:341h10
Reading station (RDG)09:44Salisbury station (SAL)
£271One-way
0 changes
09:521h28
Reading station (RDG)11:20Salisbury station (SAL)
£131One-way
0 changes
04:402h26
Reading station (RDG)07:06Salisbury station (SAL)
£371One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P09251+L47434 | On time 06:40 Reading station (RDG) | 1h26 | 08:06 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1 change | |
| P09253+L47440 | On time 06:57 Reading station (RDG) | 1h46 | 08:43 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1 change | |
| P09257+L48137 | On time 08:00 Reading station (RDG) | 1h20 | 09:20 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1 change | |
| P09259+L47454 | On time 08:25 Reading station (RDG) | 1h20 | 09:45 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1 change | |
| P09261+L47459 | On time 08:59 Reading station (RDG) | 1h22 | 10:21 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1 change | |
| P09263+L47467 | On time 09:34 Reading station (RDG) | 1h10 | 10:44 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 17:52 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Salisbury station (SAL) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£13
South Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£64
Cross Country frequency
14 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£59
first_great_western frequency
36 a day
FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL).
The train distance from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) is 72 km.
Booking trains from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading station (RDG) and Salisbury station (SAL). The service operates 1 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
The train journey from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The first train from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) leaves at 4:40.
The cheapest way to get from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) is by train, costing approximately £13.
To get from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL).
Yes, you can take the train from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL).
The last train from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) departs at 17:52.
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL) run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from Reading station (RDG) to Salisbury station (SAL).
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Salisbury station (SAL)
Reading
Salisbury
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Salisbury.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- 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 and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Salisbury is Salisbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salisbury for your journey to Salisbury from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected] The baby changing facilities are located in the toilets on Platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Salisbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
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