4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Salisbury
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$261
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Chester to Salisbury without transferring at least 4 times.
8:57 AM4h35Chester1:32 PMSalisburyFind prices4 transfers- 7:55 PM10h22Chester6:17 AMSalisburyFind prices4 transfers
- 11:02 PM10h32Chester9:34 AMSalisbury$3071One-way4 transfers
- 9:57 AM5h36Chester3:33 PMSalisbury$3281One-way4 transfers
- 1:02 PM4h33Chester5:35 PMSalisbury$3281One-way4 transfers
- 1:02 PM4h33Chester5:35 PMSalisbury$3281One-way4 transfers
- 8:57 AM4h35Chester1:32 PMSalisburyFind prices4 transfers
- 3:57 PM4h35Chester8:32 PMSalisbury$3281One-way4 transfers
- 4:57 PM4h35Chester9:32 PMSalisbury$3281One-way4 transfers
- 9:42 AM4h50Chester2:32 PMSalisbury$3641One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chester to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $177. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $177, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$177 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chester to Salisbury:
A train is $23 (€18) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chester to Salisbury costing on average $199 (€163).
Other travel options to Salisbury take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Bus takes on average 16h 18m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (4h 9m by train vs 4h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $177 (€144) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chester to Salisbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Salisbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:57 AM Chester | 4h35 | 1:32 PM Salisbury | 4 transfers | |
| 9:42 AM Chester | 4h50 | 2:32 PM Salisbury | 4 transfers | |
| 9:57 AM Chester | 5h36 | 3:33 PM Salisbury | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Salisbury
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Trains from Chester to Salisbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $177 (€144) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $177 (€144) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 8:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Salisbury trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Salisbury from $177 (€144). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Salisbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Salisbury
Most Chester to Salisbury trains use the Chester to Salisbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Salisbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Salisbury leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Salisbury station do trains from Chester arrive at?
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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