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Outbound fromBirmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour by train
It takes an average of 5h 21m to travel from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour by train, over a distance of around 121 miles (195 km). There are normally 37 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour and tickets for this journey start from £22.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:11 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth Harbour | |
| Journey time | From 3h 39m | |
| Distance | 121 miles (195 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £22.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
Travel from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour by train in 3 hours 39 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour by train is 5 hours 21 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 39 minutes. You'll usually find 37 trains per day travelling the 121 miles (195 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Portsmouth Harbour. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway on your way to Portsmouth Harbour, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour start from £22.30 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Portsmouth Harbour, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour
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Consider a Season Ticket
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