Salisbury to Cardiff by train

Prices explained
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 day advance and 7 day advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

  1. Cheapest Price €19.49
  2. 30 day advance €19.96
  • First train
    07:19
  • Last train
    21:42
  • Avg changes
    0
  • Fastest journey
    1hr 58m
  • Distance
    104 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    35
  • Avg. journey time
    2hr 11m
  • Train operators

Travelling from Salisbury to Cardiff by train

Want to know how to get from Salisbury to Cardiff by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Salisbury to Cardiff take around 1 hour and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 104 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salisbury is scheduled to depart at around 07:19. The last departure is usually at around 21:42. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salisbury at around 07:30, with the last train leaving at around 21:42. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €19.49.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cardiff, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cardiff.

Is there a direct train from Salisbury to Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train from Salisbury to Cardiff.

We usually find around 37 direct trains on the route from Salisbury to Cardiff every weekday.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 35 departures.

How long does it take to travel from Salisbury to Cardiff?

The Salisbury to Cardiff train travel takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salisbury to Cardiff train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cardiff leaving Salisbury at around 07:19 and the last train leaving at around 21:42. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salisbury at around 07:30, with the final departure at 21:42.

How much is the train ticket from Salisbury to Cardiff?

The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Salisbury to Cardiff are €19.49, and there isn't much difference in price depending on when you book.

If you book 30 days in advance, tickets will cost around €19. The cost is usually the same if booking is done 7 days in advance. Booking on the day of travel is likely to be more expensive, so it's worth booking ahead of time if you can, or check our special offers and deals.

When should you book your train tickets from Salisbury to Cardiff?

Trains in the UK usually open for booking around 3 months in advance. If booking is not yet open for your travel dates, you can set a booking alert and you'll receive an email as soon as the cheapest tickets are released for your train journey.

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Which train companies operate between Salisbury and Cardiff?

More than one train company operates on the route from Salisbury to Cardiff, so you’ll be travelling with one or more of the following rail operators:

You can check which train you’ll be travelling on by looking for the train name in search results.

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Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.