First train | 17:17 | |
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Last train | 18:32 | |
Departure station | Portsmouth | |
Arrival station | Sanquhar | |
Journey time | From 13h 42m | |
Distance | 336 miles (540 km) | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
If you want to know more about the journey from Portsmouth to Sanquhar by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Portsmouth to Sanquhar by train is 14 hours 20 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 13 hours 42 minutes. You'll usually find 0 trains per day travelling the 336 miles (540 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Sanquhar. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or South Western Railway on your way to Sanquhar, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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The fastest journey time by train from Portsmouth to Sanquhar is 13 hours and 42 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Portsmouth to Sanquhar. Travelling from Portsmouth to Sanquhar by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
The first train from Portsmouth to Sanquhar leaves at 17:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Portsmouth to Sanquhar leaves at 18:32. 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.
Trains travelling from Portsmouth to Sanquhar cover a distance of around 336 miles (540 km) during the journey.
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