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Winchester City Museum
Museum on the city’s Roman and Saxon roots, with the Winchester Model and finds that explain how the settlement developed.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£24
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£24
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
55 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 h 2 m
Trains on 31 Aug
6
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury to Winchester will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Salisbury to Winchester you need to make at least one change.
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Q25384 · Q97819
Q98614 · Q25330
Q25386 · Q97284
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Q25384 · Q97819
Q25386 · Q97284
Q26829 · Q25325Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 33 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Winchester trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L84455 · L78770_L79931 | On time 8:08 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h13 | 9:21 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
L84091+ G00860 | On time 8:20 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h10 | 9:30 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
L79349 · L80095 | On time 8:27 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h15 | 9:42 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
L79174 · L78752_L79918 | On time 8:44 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h22 | 10:06 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
L84096 · L78774_L79937 | On time 9:08 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h13 | 10:21 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
L79360+ G01001 | On time 9:27 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h59 | 10:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Salisbury to Winchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 55m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Winchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Winchester trip today.
Museum on the city’s Roman and Saxon roots, with the Winchester Model and finds that explain how the settlement developed.
Museum dedicated to Gurkha service, with compelling objects and stories that connect Nepalese soldiers to British military history.
Regimental museum tracing military life through uniforms, medals and personal stories in the Peninsula Barracks complex.
Broad grassy water meadows south of the centre, popular for peaceful walks, wildlife and classic views back towards the cathedral.
Historic shopping street lined with period buildings, independent shops and city landmarks. Ideal for strolling through central Winchester.
Riverside green space by the Itchen with seats, lawns and paths. A relaxing local favourite close to the city centre.
A traditional Hampshire sausage made with pork and herbs, long linked with Winchester and nearby Alresford. A classic pub and breakfast staple in the area.
A soft-rinded cow’s milk cheese made in Hampshire. It is a noted local speciality, prized for its rich, creamy texture and regional dairy tradition.
A regional hard cheese from nearby villages in Hampshire, traditionally made with cow’s milk. It reflects the county’s long-established farmhouse cheese-making heritage.
Refined modern British dining in an elegant central setting, known for tasting menus and carefully sourced seasonal ingredients.
Casual modern venue focused on fresh sourdough pizza, sharing plates and drinks, popular for an easy meal in the city centre.
A popular traditional pub near the cathedral serving British favourites, local ales and hearty meals in a historic, relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local buses are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: optional small change. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salisbury to Winchester trains use the Salisbury to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Winchester 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.
Winchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), 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: No.
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