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It takes an average of 2h 53m to travel from London Paddington to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 62 miles (100 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from London Paddington to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from £18.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:37 | |
| Departure station | London Paddington | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 2h 26m | |
| Distance | 62 miles (100 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £18.90 | |
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Take the train from London Paddington to Portsmouth in 2 hours 26 minutes
If you want to travel from London Paddington to Portsmouth by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from London Paddington to Portsmouth by train to take around 2 hours 53 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 39 trains per day running on this route, which spans 62 miles (100 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Portsmouth. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from London Paddington to Portsmouth start from £18.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Portsmouth?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.