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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£116
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 54 m
Trains on 18 Sept
9
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) you need to make at least one change.
W33819+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+
L795425:304h01Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:31Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£541One-way2 changes
G01000+L799268:034h09Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:12Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1051One-way1 change- G01000+L79587+
G150948:033h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:57Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1051One-way2 changes - G00995+L799145:434h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:12Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1051One-way1 change
- G01000+
G88606+W349748:033h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1351One-way2 changes
- G01000+G88606+W349748:033h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1351One-way2 changes
- G01000+W349748:033h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1351One-way1 change
- G01000+L79587+G150948:033h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:57Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1051One-way2 changes
- W33819+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L795425:304h01Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:31Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£541One-way2 changes
- G00995+G150015:434h05Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:48Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£1351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 195 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS):
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 14m.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.99. The journey takes 3h 33m versus 3h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00997+G15003+ C17977 | Delayed 6:13 6:13Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h35 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00997+W11486+G15003 | Delayed 6:13 6:16Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h32 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| W34262+G00997+G15003 | On time 6:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h20 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00997+G15003+C17944 | Delayed 6:13 6:36Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h12 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
G00997+ G38544+G15003 | Delayed 6:13 6:39Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h09 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| W34257+G00997+G15003 | On time 6:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h01 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| W34257+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79559 | On time 6:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h56 | 10:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00997+G15003+W11493 | Delayed 6:13 6:50Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h58 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00997+G15003 | On time 7:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h45 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| G00997+L79920 | On time 7:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h09 | 11:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| G00997+G88594+G15003 | On time 7:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h45 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| W34054+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79567 | On time 7:17 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h40 | 10:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| W33819+L79542+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 5:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h01 | 9:31 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00995+L79914 | 5:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h29 | 10:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| G00995+G88582+G15001 | 5:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h05 | 9:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00995+L79548+G15091 | 5:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h20 | 10:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| G00995+G15001 | 5:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h05 | 9:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 11:03. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 7:03 |
Last train 11:03 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Southern, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trainsCrossCountry, Southern, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth Harbour station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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