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Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $31 (€26) compared to roughly $11 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$19 (-€16). The journey takes 1h 13m versus 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Bournemouth to Salisbury by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bournemouth to Salisbury is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- SW789600 · SW766700 · L84261
10:55 AM 2h15 Bournemouth station (BMH) 1:10 PM Salisbury station (SAL) $16 1 One-way 2 transfers
Cheapest
- SW789600 · SW766700 · L84261
10:55 AM 2h15 Bournemouth station (BMH) 1:10 PM Salisbury station (SAL) $16 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
- SW800000+
W349848:28 AM 1h58 Bournemouth station (BMH) 10:26 AM Salisbury station (SAL) $36 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
- SW789700 · SW767000 · L84246
9:55 AM 2h15 Bournemouth station (BMH) 12:10 PM Salisbury station (SAL) $16 1 One-way 2 transfers - SW789800 · SW768200 · L84231
8:55 AM 2h15 Bournemouth station (BMH) 11:10 AM Salisbury station (SAL) $16 1 One-way 2 transfers - SW799600+C33095
10:28 AM 1h58 Bournemouth station (BMH) 12:26 PM Salisbury station (SAL) $36 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bournemouth and Salisbury as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bournemouth station (BMH) and arrive in Salisbury station (SAL).
- Travel with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Salisbury by train.
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