The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Salisbury station (SAL) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 38 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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€15 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 5:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:37 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h32 | 7:09 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:38 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h31 | 7:09 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:36 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 9:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:56 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 12:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:03 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) start from as low as $13 (€11) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $18 (€15) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $8 (€6). 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 Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no 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 in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 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]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)

