The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Salisbury
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Salisbury will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Colchester for Salisbury on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
9:33 AM3h12Colchester12:45 PMSalisbury$521One-way0 transfers
8:01 AM3h19Colchester11:20 AMSalisbury$631One-way0 transfers
9:33 AM3h12Colchester12:45 PMSalisbury$521One-way0 transfers
8:01 AM3h19Colchester11:20 AMSalisbury$631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Colchester to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.34 (€-3.55). The journey takes 3h 18m versus 3h 1m 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.
Live departures
Colchester to Salisbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Salisbury trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:06 AM Colchester | 3h36 | 1:42 PM Salisbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Salisbury
Trains from Colchester to Salisbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 6:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Trains from Colchester to Salisbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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 Colchester to Salisbury
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bays
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Local Colchester Town service Buses stop near station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus services stop at station entrance adjacent to level crossing
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
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