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HMS Victory
A major naval museum where visitors can board Nelson’s flagship and explore life at sea through preserved decks and displays.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bognor Regis to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bognor Regis to Portsmouth will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 2 trains from Bognor Regis to Portsmouth, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from Bognor Regis to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 39m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 23:49 |
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The table below shows live departures for Bognor Regis to Portsmouth trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 6:42 Bognor Regis | 1h03 | 7:45 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:11 Bognor Regis | 1h01 | 10:12 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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A major naval museum where visitors can board Nelson’s flagship and explore life at sea through preserved decks and displays.
This working museum ship reveals cramped Victorian submarine life and the engineering behind one of Britain’s earliest submarines.
Portsmouth’s city museum covers local history, football heritage and art, with exhibits spanning the city’s people and places.
A historic waterfront district with cobbled lanes, pubs, sea walls and several key heritage sites within easy walking distance.
A long pebble beach promenade with piers, gardens and open sea views, well suited to relaxed walks along the Southsea seafront.
A broad common by the Solent, popular for walks, picnics and views of passing ships, the Isle of Wight and seafront landmarks.
A rich fruit cake packed with dried fruit, spice and treacle, long associated with Hampshire baking and often enjoyed at Christmas and local celebrations.
Fresh crab landed on the South Coast, usually served simply in sandwiches, salads or dressed shells, prized for sweet meat and Portsmouth’s seaside setting.
A classic Portsmouth and Hampshire pub dish of smoked haddock, potato and onion in a creamy sauce, baked until golden and comforting in coastal weather.
Popular Southsea spot for classic fish and chips and fresh seafood, with a casual atmosphere close to the seafront.
Smart waterfront restaurant in Old Portsmouth serving modern British dishes with strong seafood options in an elegant, relaxed setting.
Historic pub in Old Portsmouth known for traditional British cooking, cask ales and harbour views in a characterful setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in summer, but dining and local buses remain manageable for most city-break budgets.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.
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Most Bognor Regis to Portsmouth trains use the Bognor Regis to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair. Use this guide to compare Bognor Regis and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bognor Regis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bognor Regis.
Wi-Fi is available at Bognor Regis.
Ticket office support is available at Bognor Regis.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bognor Regis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bognor Regis: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bognor Regis: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is by the gateline, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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