Travelling from Salisbury to Edinburgh by train

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

The fastest trains from Salisbury to Edinburgh take around 6 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 551 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salisbury is scheduled to depart at around  05:10. The last departure is usually at around 23:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salisbury at around 05:15, with the last train leaving at around 23:03. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 39 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 21 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$98.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Salisbury to Edinburgh?

The journey between Salisbury and Edinburgh usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Salisbury to Edinburgh every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Salisbury to Edinburgh train travel takes about 6 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salisbury to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Salisbury at around 05:10 and the last train leaving at around 23:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salisbury at around 05:15, with the final departure at 23:03.