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Needham Market to Salisbury by train

First train

10:50

Last train

15:50

Departure station

Needham Market

Arrival station

Salisbury

Journey time

From 4h 30m

Distance

144 miles (231 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Needham Market to Salisbury by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Needham Market to Salisbury? Look no further.

You'll usually find 6 trains per day running between Needham Market and Salisbury, which usually take 4 hours 31 minutes to complete the 144 miles (231 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Salisbury by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Needham Market to Salisbury if 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.

FAQs about the train journey from Needham Market to Salisbury

Want to know more about your journey from Needham Market to Salisbury? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Salisbury from Needham Market?

To travel to Salisbury from Needham Market, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 31 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 30 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Needham Market to Salisbury?

Trains from Needham Market to Salisbury take an average of 4 hours and 31 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 30 minutes. You'll usually find 6 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Needham Market and Salisbury by train?

The quickest journey time between Needham Market and Salisbury by train is 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Needham Market to Salisbury?

No, there are no direct trains running from Needham Market to Salisbury, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Needham Market to Salisbury

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Needham Market to Salisbury is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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