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London to Portsmouth by train
It takes an average of 2h 8m to travel from London to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (102 km). There are normally 337 trains per day traveling from London to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from $9.28 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:08 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:46 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 1h 24m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 337 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $9.28 | |
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Traveling from London to Portsmouth by train
Considering a trip to the South Coast and need more information on the journey by train from London to Portsmouth? Look no further!
On average, the journey from London to Portsmouth by train takes around 2 hours and 8 minutes, although the fastest services can take you there in as little as 1 hour and 24 minutes. Each day, there are around 293 direct trains running on this route, so you don’t need to worry about changing along the way.
When traveling on this route, you have two services to choose from. If you decide to travel with South Western Railway, you’ll board a train at London Waterloo station. If you opt for a Southern service, your journey will start at London Victoria station. No matter who you travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as comfortable seating and free WiFi on most services. Before you know it, your train will arrive at Portsmouth and Southsea station.
Once you’ve arrived, you can begin to explore some of Portsmouth’s most famous sights, including the Spinnaker Tower, Southsea Castle and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard – home to HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Museum.
Hoping to save money on your tickets? Try traveling at Off-Peak times, as tickets tend to be cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours on weekdays. To save more money, try to book an Advance ticket – they are normally released 12 weeks prior to the departure date and are usually a lot cheaper than buying tickets on the day of travel.
Want to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London to Portsmouth in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train timetables including first and last train times, FAQs and tips on booking cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Portsmouth
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Portsmouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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