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Outbound fromMargate to Portsmouth by train
It takes an average of 5h 1m to travel from Margate to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 114 miles (183 km). There are normally 85 trains per day travelling from Margate to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from £32.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:50 | |
| Departure station | Margate | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 49m | |
| Distance | 114 miles (183 km) | |
| Frequency | 85 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £32.10 | |
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Taking the train from Margate to Portsmouth in 3 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Margate to Portsmouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 1 minute to travel the 114 miles (183 km) from Margate to Portsmouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 85 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Portsmouth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Margate to Portsmouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £32.10. 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 Portsmouth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Margate to Portsmouth
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Consider a Season Ticket
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