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Loughborough to Portsmouth by train
| First train | 05:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Loughborough | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 59m | |
| Distance | 135 miles (218 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Loughborough to Portsmouth by train
Looking to travel from Loughborough to Portsmouth by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 43 minutes to travel from Loughborough to Portsmouth by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 59 minutes though. You'll usually find 25 trains per day running along the 135 miles (218 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Portsmouth, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway to get to Portsmouth. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Loughborough to Portsmouth in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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