The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
It's difficult to get from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) without transferring at least once.
L79482+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:52 PM2h01Salisbury station (SAL)10:53 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$301One-way1 transfer
L79476+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:25 PM2h21Salisbury station (SAL)10:46 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$361One-way1 transfer
L79470+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington7:25 PM2h18Salisbury station (SAL)9:43 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$361One-way1 transfer
L79476+
C03102 · W346018:25 PM2h04Salisbury station (SAL)10:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$491One-way2 transfers
L79303+
V042247:47 PM1h37Salisbury station (SAL)9:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$491One-way1 transfer
L79303+
V042247:47 PM1h37Salisbury station (SAL)9:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$491One-way1 transfer
L79482+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:52 PM2h01Salisbury station (SAL)10:53 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$301One-way1 transfer
L79476+
C03102 · W346018:25 PM2h04Salisbury station (SAL)10:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$491One-way2 transfers
L79470+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington7:25 PM2h18Salisbury station (SAL)9:43 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$361One-way1 transfer
L79476+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:25 PM2h21Salisbury station (SAL)10:46 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (1h 39m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $48 (€39) 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
Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79375+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 10:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h05 | 12:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79375+ G00866+ W35125 | On time 10:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h58 | 12:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79380+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 11:21 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h04 | 1:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79387+ G00875+ W35182 | On time 11:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h58 | 1:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79387+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 11:47 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h07 | 1:54 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79431+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 3:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h05 | 5:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79431+ G00895+ G14908 | On time 3:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h48 | 5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79435+ C03080 · W34589 | On time 4:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h03 | 6:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79435+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 4:21 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h04 | 6:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79441+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 4:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h08 | 6:55 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79441+ G00901+ W34513 | On time 4:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h52 | 6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79453+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 5:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h13 | 8:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79453+ C03087 · G14910 | On time 5:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h50 | 7:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79459+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 6:26 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h04 | 8:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79459+ C03090 · W34519 | On time 6:26 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h41 | 8:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79302+ G14930 | On time 6:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h36 | 8:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79470+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 7:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h17 | 9:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79303+ V04224 | On time 7:47 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h37 | 9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79476+ C03102 · W34601 | On time 8:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h09 | 10:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79476+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 8:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h21 | 10:46 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79482+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 8:52 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h01 | 10:53 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L79486+ C03104 · W35392 | On time 9:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h04 | 11:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
L79486+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 9:25 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 2h17 | 11:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD)
Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and London Paddington (PAD) from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD)
Most Salisbury station (SAL) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Salisbury to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury station (SAL) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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