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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Showing times and prices for 15 May
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
33 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 38 trains that leave Salisbury station (SAL) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
L7633813:560h38Salisbury station (SAL)14:34Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes- L7634915:560h38Salisbury station (SAL)16:34Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
- L7634414:560h38Salisbury station (SAL)15:34Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
- L7636519:560h38Salisbury station (SAL)20:34Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
- P6223312:560h38Salisbury station (SAL)13:34Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
P3019523:030h28Salisbury station (SAL)23:31Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes- P2273516:330h29Salisbury station (SAL)17:02Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
- P2273114:350h29Salisbury station (SAL)15:04Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
- P227219:360h29Salisbury station (SAL)10:05Southampton Central (SOU)£141One-way0 changes
- P2272712:330h29Salisbury station (SAL)13:02Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 33 km
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Live departures
Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Thursday 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P30096 | On time 6:18 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 6:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76307 | On time 6:50 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h42 | 7:32 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P30100 | On time 7:11 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 7:40 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P23135 | On time 7:37 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h32 | 8:09 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76309 | On time 7:50 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h42 | 8:32 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22719 | On time 8:34 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 9:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76313 | On time 8:50 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h42 | 9:32 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22721 | On time 9:36 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 10:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76317 | On time 9:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 10:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22723 | On time 10:34 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 11:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76321 | On time 10:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 11:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22725 | On time 11:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 12:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76326 | On time 11:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 12:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22727 | On time 12:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 13:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P62233 | On time 12:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 13:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22729 | On time 13:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h31 | 14:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76338 | On time 13:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 14:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22731 | On time 14:35 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 15:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76344 | On time 14:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 15:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22733 | On time 15:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 16:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76349 | On time 15:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 16:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22735 | On time 16:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 17:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76353 | On time 16:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 17:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22737 | On time 17:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 18:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76357 | On time 17:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 18:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22739 | On time 18:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 19:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76361 | On time 18:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 19:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22741 | On time 19:35 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 20:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76365 | On time 19:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 20:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22743 | On time 20:35 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 21:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76368 | On time 20:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 21:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22745 | On time 21:37 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 22:07 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76371 | On time 21:56 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 22:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22749 | On time 22:38 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 23:07 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76376 | On time 22:45 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 23:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P30188 | On time 23:03 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h28 | 23:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 15 May | |||||
| L76579 | 5:33 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h57 | 6:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L76305 | 5:39 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h39 | 6:18 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 28m.
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 33 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
£12
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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
37m
Cheapest Price
£5
South Western Railway frequency
4 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
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
£25
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 28m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) is 33 km.
The first train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 4:33.
The last train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) departs at 22:05.
Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Yes, there is a direct train between Salisbury station (SAL) and Southampton Central (SOU). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU).
The cheapest way to get from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Salisbury to Southampton Central offers picturesque views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery.
Yes, a day trip from Salisbury to Southampton Central is feasible. The journey takes 28m, covers 33 km, and trains operate 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury station (SAL) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Salisbury
Southampton
The major train station for departures in Salisbury is Salisbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salisbury for your trip from Salisbury to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your journey to Southampton from Salisbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- 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. Please be aware that this station has no 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 in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 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]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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