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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Salisbury
Showing times and prices for Dec 19
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
127 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Salisbury will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Exeter for Salisbury on Fri, Dec 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.
07:25PM1h56
Exeter09:21PMSalisbury
$151One-way
0 transfers
05:25PM1h57
Exeter07:22PMSalisbury
$231One-way
0 transfers
10:25AM2h51
Exeter01:16PMSalisbury
$331One-way
0 transfers
10:30AM1h49
Exeter12:19PMSalisbury
$371One-way
0 transfers
10:30AM1h49
Exeter12:19PMSalisbury
$371One-way
0 transfers
07:25PM1h56
Exeter09:21PMSalisbury
$151One-way
0 transfers
05:25PM1h57
Exeter07:22PMSalisbury
$231One-way
0 transfers
10:25AM2h51
Exeter01:16PMSalisbury
$331One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Exeter to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €29.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Exeter to Salisbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Salisbury trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:35 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:25 AM Exeter | 1h51 | 11:16 AM Salisbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:25 AM Exeter | 2h51 | 1:16 PM Salisbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Exeter | 1h49 | 12:19 PM Salisbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Salisbury
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Trains from Exeter to Salisbury run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 23:09 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from Exeter to Salisbury trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Exeter and Salisbury from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
South Western Railway frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
$75 (€60)
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Salisbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.
The Exeter to Salisbury train offers a scenic journey, featuring picturesque views of the Devon countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages along the way.
Typically, 1 to 2 days are enough to explore Salisbury, including visiting the Salisbury Cathedral, exploring the historic city center, and taking a short trip to nearby Stonehenge.
A day trip from Exeter to Salisbury is feasible with a travel time of 1h 46m. The distance is 78 miles (127 km), and there are 19 train options available per day.
In Salisbury, you can explore the bustling Salisbury Market, enjoy a scenic walk along the River Avon, and visit the Arundells, the former home of Prime Minister Sir Edward Heath. Attend a performance at the Salisbury Playhouse or discover charming shops and cafes in the historic city center. Don't miss the Salisbury Cathedral, Stonehenge, Old Sarum, The Salisbury Museum, and Mompesson House for a complete experience.
The distance by train from Exeter to Salisbury is 78 miles (127 km).
There is no high speed train available from Exeter to Salisbury.
Train ticket prices from Exeter to Salisbury can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $16 (€13), while the average price is around $33 (€26).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Salisbury is by train, with a cost of around $16 (€13).
The first train from Exeter to Salisbury leaves at 4:45 AM.
The train from Exeter to Salisbury takes 1h 46m and runs 19 per day.
The last train from Exeter to Salisbury leaves at 11:09 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Salisbury.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Salisbury is Exeter St Davids (EXD), which connects to Salisbury station (SAL).
Yes, there is a direct train from Exeter to Salisbury. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter to Salisbury.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Salisbury
Exeter
Salisbury
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your trip from Exeter to Salisbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Salisbury is Salisbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salisbury for your journey to Salisbury from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transit options for Salisbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
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