Brighton to Stonehenge is a longer trip than most in this guide, but entirely achievable in a single day with good planning. The route via Salisbury is the most direct. Here's how to do it.
Train: Brighton to Salisbury
The most common routing from Brighton to Salisbury involves a change at Southampton Central. Take Southern Railway from Brighton to Southampton, then South Western Railway for the final leg to Salisbury. Total journey time: approximately 2 hours. Some services route via Fareham or Basingstoke check nationalrail.co.uk for the fastest option on your date.
For the 11:15 or 12:15 shuttle from Salisbury, depart Brighton around 08:30 to 09:30. Morning trains from Brighton to Southampton typically start around 05:30.
Salisbury to Stonehenge
From Salisbury, the Salisbury to Stonehenge Shuttle takes you to Stonehenge in 35 minutes. £15 return, all inclusive. Book in advance the 12:15 departure suits Brighton visitors well, giving a comfortable 2.5 hours at Stonehenge before a 15:40 return.
A Tip for Brighton Visitors
Given the travel time from Brighton, consider staying one night in Salisbury at Caboose and taking the first shuttle the following morning. This makes the trip far more relaxed and allows you to explore Salisbury's own excellent heritage in the evening.
Ready to visit Stonehenge from Salisbury? The shuttle departs directly opposite Salisbury Train Station. Just £15 return per person, all in.
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The Salisbury to Stonehenge shuttle departs six times daily from directly opposite Salisbury Train Station. £15 return per person, reserved seat and luggage storage included.
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