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Luton to Portsmouth by train
| First train | 2:40 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:40 am | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 2h 50m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (127 km) | |
| Frequency | 110 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Travel from Luton to Portsmouth by train in 2 hours 50 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Luton to Portsmouth by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Luton to Portsmouth by train is 3 hours 45 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 50 minutes. You'll usually find 110 trains per day traveling the 127 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there are no direct services to Portsmouth.
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