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Outbound fromExeter Central to Salisbury by train
It takes an average of 1h 56m to travel from Exeter Central to Salisbury by train, over a distance of around 79 miles (127 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Exeter Central to Salisbury and tickets for this journey start from £12.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:04 | |
| Departure station | Exeter Central | |
| Arrival station | Salisbury | |
| Journey time | From 1h 37m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (127 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12.50 | |
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How to travel from Exeter Central to Salisbury by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury? Look no further.
You'll usually find 21 trains per day running between Exeter Central and Salisbury, which usually take 1 hour 56 minutes to complete the 79 miles (127 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. South Western Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Salisbury.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Exeter Central to Salisbury start from £12.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Salisbury? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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