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Salisbury Museum
City museum set in the King’s House, with archaeology, costume and local history collections that explain Salisbury and south Wiltshire.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
4 h 13 m
Trains on 04 Sept
2
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 2 trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a train costs an average of £198.
Distance: 217 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£198 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury:
A coach is £20 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury costing on average £69.
A coach is £150 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury costing on average £198.
Other travel options to Salisbury take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 34m.
Coach takes on average 8h 50m.
Tickets start at around £198 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-155.58. The journey takes 3h 34m versus 3h 18m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 4h10 | 11:20 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:04 Stoke-on-Trent | 4h16 | 15:20 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £189 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £189 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 19:25 |
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City museum set in the King’s House, with archaeology, costume and local history collections that explain Salisbury and south Wiltshire.
Historic house museum best known as the former home of Sir Edward Heath, with period rooms, garden and political memorabilia.
Small museum in the cathedral close showcasing the work and tools of traditional clockmaking and turret clock restoration.
Historic enclosed precinct around the cathedral with elegant houses, lawns and museums, ideal for a quiet architectural walk.
Large water meadow beside the cathedral, popular for walks, riverside views and classic perspectives of the cathedral spire.
Central square framed by historic buildings, markets and civic landmarks, making it a practical starting point for exploring Salisbury.
A Wiltshire cured ham, usually sliced thin. It is a classic county speciality prized for its mild cure and long local tradition.
A traditional lardy yeasted loaf from Wiltshire, enriched with lard, sugar and dried fruit. It is a beloved regional tea-time bake.
A rich fruit cake linked to nearby Devizes in Wiltshire, made with dried fruit and often almonds. It is a well-known county baking tradition.
Smart brasserie-style restaurant serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a central, relaxed dining room.
Popular casual venue for sourdough pizza and simple Italian dishes in a lively, family-friendly setting.
Traditional pub near the cathedral known for pies, roasts and local ales in a historic, cosy setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller UK towns, but Salisbury is cheaper than London. Walking keeps local transport costs low.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
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Salisbury station -> Market Square, Salisbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury 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 Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Salisbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Salisbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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.
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