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London to Portsmouth Trains From US$9.11

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Buy cheap train tickets from London to Portsmouth for just US$9.11. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$43.60. The train journey from London to Portsmouth typically takes approximately 1h 27m. You can expect a frequency of 119 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

London to Portsmouth Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from London to Portsmouth, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 20:00
    London Waterloo

    1h 48m

    Direct

    21:48
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train Y00875-1P65 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y00875-1P65

    E-ticket

    From US$12.14
  2. 20:05
    London Victoria

    1h 58m

    Direct

    22:03
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train P14846-1C60 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    P14846-1C60

    E-ticket

    From US$8.76
  3. 20:09
    London Waterloo

    2h 5m

    Direct

    22:14
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train Y01025-1T65 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01025-1T65

    E-ticket

    From US$12.14
  4. 20:30
    London Waterloo

    1h 28m

    Direct

    21:58
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train Y00879-1P67 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y00879-1P67

    E-ticket

    From US$12.14
  5. 20:35
    London Victoria

    2h 28m

    Changes required

    23:03
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train L15387-1J62 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y00889-1P71 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$47.68
  6. 21:00
    London Waterloo

    1h 47m

    Direct

    22:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train Y00884-1P69 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y00884-1P69

    E-ticket

    From US$12.14
  7. 21:05
    London Victoria

    2h 2m

    Direct

    23:07
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train P14854-1C64 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    P14854-1C64

    E-ticket

    From US$8.76
  8. 21:09
    London Waterloo

    2h 6m

    Direct

    23:15
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train Y01031-1T69 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01031-1T69

    E-ticket

    From US$12.14
  9. 21:30
    London Waterloo

    1h 33m

    Direct

    23:03
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train Y00889-1P71 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y00889-1P71

    E-ticket

    From US$12.14
  10. 21:35
    London Victoria

    2h 17m

    Direct

    23:52
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Train P14858-1C66 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    P14858-1C66

    E-ticket

    From US$8.76
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    London to Portsmouth Train Route Details

    The London to Portsmouth train ticket is from US$9.11. The average travel time is 1h 27m, covering a distance of approximately 103 mile. There are usually 119 daily trains provided by South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    00:02
    Last train
    23:54
    Departure station
    London
    Arrival station
    Portsmouth
    Journey time
    1h 27m
    Distance
    103 mile
    Price
    US$9.11
    Train operators
    South Western Railway

    Choose London to Portsmouth Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from London to Portsmouth. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on London to Portsmouth Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off London to Portsmouth train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$43.60 Save US$14.40
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$43.60 Save US$14.40
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$43.60 Save US$14.40
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$43.60 Save US$14.40

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    Save More on London to Portsmouth Train Fares

    Found out more ways to save money on your train travel.

    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    London to Portsmouth train FAQs

    • When is the first train from London to Portsmouth?

      The first train from London to Portsmouth is at 00:02.
    • Are there direct trains from London to Portsmouth?

      No, there is no direct train from London to Portsmouth, and passengers would need to make 2 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from London to Portsmouth ?

      The train journey from London to Portsmouth typically takes an average of 2h 11m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 27m.
    • How much is a train from London to Portsmouth ?

      The cost of a train from London to Portsmouth can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$9.11 and the average price being around US$43.60.
    • What times are off-peak trains from London to Portsmouth ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.