- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury to London will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 33 trains that leave Salisbury for London on Thu, Aug 06, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
L79431
L79435
L79441
L79425
L79486
L79482
L79459
L79425
L79369 · L80068
L79447Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury to London:
A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salisbury to London costing on average $40.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
The journey is about 23m faster (1h 51m by train vs 2h 14m by car) and roughly $9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 vs $49). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to London trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79476 | Delayed 7:27 PM 8:25 PMSalisbury station (SAL) | 1h40 | 10:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79482 | On time 8:52 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h20 | 10:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79486 | Delayed 8:29 PM 9:25 PMSalisbury station (SAL) | 1h36 | 11:01 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79493 | On time 10:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h30 | 11:55 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
L79323 | 6:06 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h30 | 7:36 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79330 | 6:45 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h29 | 8:14 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79336 | 7:15 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79343 | 7:45 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h33 | 9:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79347 | 8:15 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h35 | 9:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79353 | 8:46 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h34 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79358 | 9:21 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 10:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79364 | 9:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h29 | 11:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79369 · L80068 | 10:21 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h26 | 11:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
L79369 | 10:21 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 11:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79375 | 10:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h29 | 12:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79380 | 11:21 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 12:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79387 | 11:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h31 | 1:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79392 | 12:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79398 | 12:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h30 | 2:17 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79403 | 1:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79409 | 1:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h29 | 3:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79414 | 2:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79420 | 2:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h29 | 4:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79425 | 3:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h24 | 4:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79431 | 3:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h29 | 5:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79435 | 4:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h28 | 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79441 | 4:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h32 | 6:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79447 | 5:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h26 | 6:47 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79453 | 5:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h32 | 7:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79459 | 6:26 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h23 | 7:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79302 · L80277 | 6:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h32 | 8:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
L79470 | 7:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h37 | 9:02 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79303+ V04224 | 7:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h37 | 9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Salisbury to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salisbury to London trains use the Salisbury to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and London 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.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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