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Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) by train

First train

03:25

Last train

21:28

Departure station

Portsmouth

Arrival station

Garston (Hertfordshire)

Journey time

From 3h 16m

Distance

67 miles (108 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southern

Travelling from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) by train

Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 5 minutes to travel from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 16 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 67 miles (108 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Garston (Hertfordshire), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with South Western Railway or Southern to get to Garston (Hertfordshire) – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) 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!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) take?

The average journey time by train between Portsmouth and Garston (Hertfordshire) is 4 hours and 5 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Portsmouth and Garston (Hertfordshire) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) is 3 hours and 16 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire)?

No, there are no direct train services from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire). Travelling from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) leave?

The first train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) leaves at 03:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) leave?

The last train from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) leaves at 21:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Portsmouth and Garston (Hertfordshire) by train?

Trains travelling from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire) cover a distance of around 67 miles (108 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Garston (Hertfordshire)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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