How do I get from Stonehenge to central London?
The only way to reach Stonehenge from London by public transport is by travelling to Salisbury first and then taking the designated tour bus. The Stonehenge tour bus is operated by the Salisbury Reds, with commentary in 10 different languages, and is the only bus service that runs from Salisbury to Stonehenge.
What train station is Stonehenge?
Salisbury Station
The nearest train station to Stonehenge is Salisbury Station. If you’re travelling from London, you can reach Salisbury Station direct from London Waterloo, Bournemouth, Bristol, Exeter and other major cities. The distance from Stonehenge to the station is around 9 miles, but you have a few ways of getting there.
How do you get from London to Stonehenge without a car?
Trains depart from London’s Waterloo Station approximately every 30 min and arrive in the City of Salisbury which is 10 miles (16 km) south of Stonehenge. Get train timetables or purchase a ticket to Salisbury on Trainline (affiliate disclosure).
Can you see Bath and Stonehenge in one day?
Stonehenge can be seen in 90 minutes although two hours would allow you to also explore the newish visitor centre. Bath need a lot more time, preferably an overnight stay, but you might be able to enjoy the highlights (Abbey, Baths, The Crescent etc) in 3 hours.
Is Stonehenge worth the trip from London?
The site does have a curious history, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it’s very easy to get to from London. Plus it’s just kind of cool to say you saw it in person. However, I wouldn’t recommend making a visit to Stonehenge the only motivation for a day trip from London.
Do you have to pay Stonehenge?
To be clear, there is absolutely nothing illegal about visiting Stonehenge without paying for a ticket. There is a heritage trail placed by the government which is free to use and leads directly to the attraction. This is the trail which is free to use and will take you alongside the ticketed path for Stonehenge.
Is Stonehenge a 7 Wonders of the World?
Stonehenge is one of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval world. It consists of a ring of stones that are set in line with the sun.
Is Stonehenge overrated?
Stonehenge in Wiltshire tops the list as one of the UK attractions tourists have found most underwhelming. The pre-historic monument, according some reviewers on TripAdvisor, is “just rocks” and “the definition of a tourist trap”. Another reviewer described it as being overpriced and in the middle of nowhere.
Can you do a day trip to Stonehenge from London?
You can travel there in around two hours by road, or an hour and a half by train (followed by a bus from Salisbury station to the Stonehenge site). The easiest way to take a day trip from London to Stonehenge is by coach tour.