Stonehenge isn't cheap to visit ÔÇö adult entrance to English Heritage can cost ┬ú30+. So finding the most affordable way to get there from Salisbury matters. Here's a real cost comparison.
Cost Comparison: Salisbury to Stonehenge
Private Shuttle (Salisbury to Stonehenge Shuttle): £20 return per person, all-inclusive. Includes return journey, luggage storage and coffee. No hidden costs.
Stonehenge Tour Bus: Around ┬ú17ÔÇô┬ú22 return per adult. Does not include luggage storage or refreshments. Prices vary by season.
Taxi one way: ┬ú30ÔÇô┬ú50. You will need a second taxi for the return, doubling to ┬ú60ÔÇô┬ú100 total ÔÇö or more. Only cost-effective for large groups travelling together.
Car + parking: Fuel cost approximately ┬ú5ÔÇô┬ú8 each way if driving from Salisbury. Stonehenge parking is ┬ú10ÔÇô┬ú18 per day (must be pre-booked). Total: around ┬ú20ÔÇô┬ú34 depending on fuel efficiency.
Cycling: £0 (if you have a bike). The most cost-effective option, but few visitors arrive by train with a bicycle.
The True Cost
When you factor in what's included, the private shuttle at ┬ú20 all-in competes directly with the tour bus ÔÇö and beats the taxi by a significant margin for solo travellers and couples. For families or groups of 3+, the shuttle can offer even better combined value once you consider the luggage storage.
Bottom Line
The shuttle and tour bus are broadly similar in price. The shuttle edges ahead on value because the ┬ú20 is genuinely all-inclusive ÔÇö no extras, no surprises.
Ready to visit Stonehenge from Salisbury? The shuttle departs directly opposite Salisbury Train Station. Just £20 return per person, all in.
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