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It takes an average of 4h 10m to travel from Luton to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 79 miles (127 km). There are normally 119 trains per day travelling from Luton to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from £45.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:40 | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 2h 50m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (127 km) | |
| Frequency | 119 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £45.20 | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
How to travel from Luton to Portsmouth by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Luton to Portsmouth? Look no further.
You'll usually find 119 trains per day running between Luton and Portsmouth, which usually take 4 hours 10 minutes to complete the 79 miles (127 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Portsmouth by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Luton to Portsmouth start from £45.20 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Portsmouth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Luton 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.