Trains to Long Eaton from Portsmouth
| First train | 07:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:00 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Long Eaton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 16m | |
| Distance | 143 miles (230 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
How to travel from Portsmouth to Long Eaton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Portsmouth to Long Eaton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 5 trains per day running between Portsmouth and Long Eaton, which usually take 6 hours 16 minutes to complete the 143 miles (230 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 16 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 Long Eaton by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes 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 – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Portsmouth to Long Eaton if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Long Eaton? 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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