Train to Salisbury (50 min), then the direct private shuttle straight to Stonehenge (35 min). Under 2 hours total. The shuttle departs six times daily from directly opposite Salisbury station and includes luggage storage and a hot drink.
| Leg | Route | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southampton Central to Salisbury (train) | 50 to 60 min | ~£10 to £18 return |
| 2 | Salisbury station to Caboose (walk) | 2 min | Free |
| 3 | Caboose, Salisbury to Stonehenge (shuttle) | 35 min | £15 return |
| Total | Southampton to Stonehenge | ~1h 45min | ~£25 to £33 return |
Trains between Southampton Central and Salisbury run regularly, typically every 30 minutes, operated by South Western Railway. The journey takes 50 to 60 minutes. Book in advance on the National Rail website for the best fares. To make the shuttle's 10:05 first departure, aim to arrive in Salisbury by 09:45.
Turn left out of Salisbury station's main exit, cross at the zebra crossing, and Caboose is immediately in front of you at 115 South Western Road. Arrive 15 minutes before your booked departure to drop bags and collect your included coffee.
The shuttle runs direct from Caboose to the Stonehenge Visitor Centre car park, six times daily at 10:05, 11:05, 12:05, 13:05, 14:05 and 15:05. Every seat is reserved. Your £15 ticket includes the return journey and you choose your return time when booking. Return pick-ups from Stonehenge run through to 17:40.
Salisbury is a medieval city worth exploring in its own right. Salisbury Cathedral has the tallest spire in Britain and houses an original copy of the Magna Carta. If you arrive into Salisbury mid-morning, you have time to walk through the city centre before boarding the 12:05 or 13:05 shuttle. You will still get 2 to 3 hours at Stonehenge before the last return.
Train from Southampton Central to Salisbury (50 min), then walk 2 min to Caboose and board the direct shuttle (35 min). Six shuttle departures daily.
Around 2 hours door to door. 50 to 60 minutes by train to Salisbury, then 35 minutes on the shuttle.
Train Southampton to Salisbury: approximately £10 to £18 return. Shuttle Salisbury to Stonehenge: £15 return per person. Total transport budget around £25 to £33 return.
No direct bus exists. The train to Salisbury followed by the shuttle is the fastest and most reliable route.
Caboose, 115 South Western Road, Salisbury — directly opposite the train station exit. Turn left, cross at the zebra crossing. 2 minute walk.