What is the cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Melksham?

The cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Melksham is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Salisbury to Melksham?

The fastest way to get from Salisbury to Melksham is to train which takes 45 min and costs £15 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Salisbury and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Salisbury to Melksham. However, there are services departing from New Canal and arriving at Market Place via The Pelican. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Salisbury and Melksham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salisbury and arriving at Melksham. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Salisbury to Melksham?

The distance between Salisbury and Melksham is 34 miles. The road distance is 29.9 miles.

How do I travel from Salisbury to Melksham without a car?

The best way to get from Salisbury to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £15 - £29.

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

The train from Salisbury to Melksham takes 45 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Salisbury to Melksham bus from?

Salisbury to Melksham bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from New Canal station.

Where do I catch the Salisbury to Melksham train from?

Salisbury to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Salisbury station.

Train or bus from Salisbury to Melksham?

The best way to get from Salisbury to Melksham is to train which takes 45 min and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 272 bus, which costs and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Salisbury to Melksham bus arrive?

Salisbury to Melksham bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at Station Road Top.

Where does the Salisbury to Melksham train arrive?

Salisbury to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Melksham station.

Can I drive from Salisbury to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Salisbury to Melksham is 30 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Salisbury to Melksham.

How do I get a train ticket from Salisbury to Melksham?

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Salisbury to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 272 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Salisbury to Melksham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Melkshamtrain Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
45 min
£15–29
Drive 29.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salisbury to Melkshamcar 29.7 mi
47 min
£8–11
Bus, line 272 bus
1. Take the bus from New Canal to Station Road Topbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Pelican to Market Placebus 272 / ...
2h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salisbury to Melkshamtaxi 29.7 mi
47 min
£100–130

Salisbury to Melksham by train

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Distance: 33.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Salisbury, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Salisbury to Melksham 5 times a week. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Canal to Market Place via The Pelican in around 2h 6m.

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