Edinburgh (Waverley) to Portchester by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 06:00 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Portchester | |
| Journey time | From 8h 32m | |
| Distance | 363 miles (584 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
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Taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Portchester in 8 hours 32 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Portchester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 32 minutes to travel the 363 miles (584 km) from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Portchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry or Southern to Portchester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Portchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Portchester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Portchester
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