Going from Salisbury to Leicester by train

About to set off from Salisbury to Leicester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Salisbury and Leicester

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$431.54, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Salisbury and Leicester

If you are taking the train from Salisbury to Leicester, you will have 31 trains each day (with a departure every 32 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:10. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:33. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:15, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:52.

Train duration for trips from Salisbury to Leicester

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 13 minutes, crossing a total distance of 180 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Salisbury to Leicester?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Salisbury to Leicester

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Leicester city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Salisbury to Leicester?

The total distance from Salisbury to Leicester is 180 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Salisbury to Leicester?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at AU$431.54. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Salisbury to Leicester?

Tickets for this journey become available 3 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Salisbury to Leicester?

The fastest journey on this route takes 3 hours and 13 minutes.