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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 8 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
9:363h03Salisbury station (SAL)12:39London Gatwick Airport£381One-way0 changes- 10:563h13Salisbury station (SAL)14:09London Gatwick Airport£391One-way0 changes
- 9:363h03Salisbury station (SAL)12:39London Gatwick Airport£381One-way0 changes
- 10:563h13Salisbury station (SAL)14:09London Gatwick Airport£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £83.
Distance: 114 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport:
A ferry is £21 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £42.
A ferry is £62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £83.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Coach takes on average 4h 5m.
Tickets start at around £83 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-60.13. The journey takes 2h 24m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:36 Salisbury station (SAL) | 3h03 | 12:39 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 3h13 | 14:09 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £19 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 07:50. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 7:33 |
Last train 7:50 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and London Gatwick Airport from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury station (SAL) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Salisbury station (SAL) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Salisbury to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury station (SAL) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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