Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Salisbury travel guide

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With a population of 45,600, Salisbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Salisbury to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Salisbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, Allium (6-7 Ox Row) and Qudos (38 Castle Street) are great picks.

When to visit Salisbury

Salisbury in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salisbury in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 150
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Salisbury

Plane

Although Salisbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 45 miles from Salisbury. The shortest flight to Salisbury from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 9h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Salisbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Salisbury to Cambridge takes 1h 28m and costs around C$ 31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about C$ 60 for a 1h 39m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Salisbury is the busiest station in Salisbury. Another popular train station is Salisbury Dean, located 7 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Salisbury is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 78 miles from Salisbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Salisbury using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Salisbury takes 135 miles and will cost you around C$ 19. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about C$ 23 for a journey of 140 miles. The most popular bus station is Salisbury Stonehenge Visitor Centre, located 8 miles from downtown Salisbury. Salisbury Millstream Coach Park is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Salisbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 45 miles from Salisbury. The shortest flight to Salisbury from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 9h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Salisbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Salisbury to Cambridge takes 1h 28m and costs around C$ 31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about C$ 60 for a 1h 39m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Salisbury is the busiest station in Salisbury. Another popular train station is Salisbury Dean, located 7 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Salisbury is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 78 miles from Salisbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Salisbury using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Salisbury takes 135 miles and will cost you around C$ 19. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about C$ 23 for a journey of 140 miles. The most popular bus station is Salisbury Stonehenge Visitor Centre, located 8 miles from downtown Salisbury. Salisbury Millstream Coach Park is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Salisbury

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Salisbury

KLM
Good (1,444 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,757 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,706 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,125 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,206 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,218 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,490 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,668 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,378 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,152 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,443 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salisbury

Average rates range from around C$ 141 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 325 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Salisbury, with prices from C$ 65 to C$ 3,450 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Salisbury are about 11% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salisbury

Most booked hotels in Salisbury

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The Riverside
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+
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Milford Hall Salisbury By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
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New Forest Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 98+
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Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 104+
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The Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 92+
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Best Western Salisbury Red Lion Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 110+
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Renting a car in Salisbury

Renting a car in Salisbury costs C$ 121 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 64% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay C$ 2.42 per litre in Salisbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.94 and C$ 38.58.

Renting a car in Salisbury costs C$ 121 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 64% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay C$ 2.42 per litre in Salisbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.94 and C$ 38.58.

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