The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
29
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 $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 29 trains that leave Salisbury station (SAL) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Sun, Jun 21, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
W3496810:34 AM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)11:03 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W3497912:35 PM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)1:04 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W3497311:34 AM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)12:03 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W349912:36 PM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)3:05 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
C008523:36 PM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)4:05 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W3496810:34 AM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)11:03 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W3497912:35 PM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)1:04 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W3497311:34 AM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)12:03 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
W349912:36 PM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)3:05 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
C008523:36 PM0h29Salisbury station (SAL)4:05 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$17 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A train is $0.44 (€0.36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 57m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (35m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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 Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L84144 | On time 3:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 4:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42266 | On time 4:33 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 5:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84149 | On time 4:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 5:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42267 | On time 5:33 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 6:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84154 | On time 5:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 6:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42269 | On time 6:33 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 7:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84159 | On time 6:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 7:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42271 | On time 7:33 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 8:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84163 | On time 7:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 8:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42273 | On time 8:33 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 9:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84166 | On time 8:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 9:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42275 | On time 9:33 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h30 | 10:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84169 | On time 9:56 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 10:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42277 | On time 10:35 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 11:04 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84456 | On time 10:44 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h38 | 11:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42280 | On time 11:05 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 11:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
L84455 | 8:08 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h00 | 9:08 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84091 | 8:20 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h32 | 8:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84096 | 9:08 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 9:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84101 | 10:08 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 10:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34968 | 10:34 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 11:03 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84106 | 11:08 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 11:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34973 | 11:34 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 12:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84115 | 12:08 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 12:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34979 | 12:35 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 1:04 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84124 | 1:08 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 1:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00850 | 1:34 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 2:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84133 | 2:08 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 2:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34991 | 2:36 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 3:05 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84142 | 3:08 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h37 | 3:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00852 | 3:36 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h29 | 4:05 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
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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)
Most Salisbury station (SAL) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the Salisbury to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Salisbury station (SAL) and Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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 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: No.
Getting to Millbrook (Hants) from Southampton city centre
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) train station facilities and services
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.


