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Trains from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth

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Trains to Portsmouth from Bury St Edmunds

First train

04:30

Last train

23:37

Departure stationBury St Edmunds
Arrival stationPortsmouth
Journey time

From 4h 17m

Distance

126 miles (202 km)

Frequency

116 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink

What are the train times from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth?

Check out the next trains departing from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth for Tuesday 10th November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
13:0017:394h 39m, 2 changes
13:2518:044h 39m, 3 changes
14:0018:344h 34m, 4 changes
14:0018:404h 40m, 2 changes
14:2919:074h 38m, 3 changes
15:0019:334h 33m, 4 changes
15:0019:394h 39m, 2 changes
15:2520:044h 39m, 3 changes
16:0020:314h 31m, 4 changes
16:0020:394h 39m, 2 changes

What are the train times from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth?

Get from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth in as little as 4 hours 17 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth takes around 5 hours 59 minutes. There are around 116 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Bury St Edmunds and Portsmouth, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway and Southeastern trains run on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth?

Want to know more about your journey from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth?

You can get from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth by train in 5 hours and 59 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 17 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth take?

The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and Portsmouth is 5 hours and 59 minutes, with around 116 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Bury St Edmunds and Portsmouth by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth is 4 hours and 17 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth?

No, there are no direct train services from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth. Travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth?

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3. Book split tickets

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4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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