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Royal Cornwall Museum
City museum covering Cornwall’s history, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a central Victorian building.




The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Truro trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:51 Salisbury | 9h15 | 7:06 Truro | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:00 Salisbury | 10h57 | 9:57 Truro | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
![]() | 6:10 Salisbury | 4h49 | 10:59 Truro | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:38 Salisbury | 4h50 | 12:28 Truro | 1 change | |
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Trains from Salisbury to Truro run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 18:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Truro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Truro trip today.
City museum covering Cornwall’s history, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a central Victorian building.
Independent gallery showing contemporary Cornish art and craft in changing exhibitions, close to Truro Cathedral and city shops.
Contemporary arts venue with exhibitions by regional and national artists, plus talks and events in a converted chapel setting.
Main city square with shops, events and seating, framed by historic buildings and the cathedral approach.
Attractive Georgian street lined with grand townhouses, independent businesses and elegant architecture near the centre.
Riverside green space with lawns, memorials and paths, useful for a quiet break close to the city centre.
A hearty Cornish pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped case. It is Cornwall’s signature portable meal and closely tied to local mining history.
A rich fish stew from Cornwall, usually with mixed local fish, shellfish, onions and potatoes. It showcases the county’s long fishing tradition.
A sweet saffron-enriched yeast bun from Cornwall, often baked with currants and served split with butter. It reflects the county’s old trade links.
Contemporary restaurant in Truro serving refined British cooking with local produce. Stylish but approachable atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Popular waterside fish restaurant and shop known for fresh Cornish seafood, simple cooking and a relaxed modern setting near Truro.
Long-established Truro institution for traditional fish and chips, with restaurant seating and reliable portions in a casual setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining cost less than London, but summer stays and tourist areas raise prices. Local buses are reasonable, while fine dining and peak-season lodging cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or no tip is normal.
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Truro Station -> Truro City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury to Truro 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 Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salisbury to Truro trains use the Salisbury to Truro station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Truro train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
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.
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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