The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth station (BMH) for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
5:152h01Bournemouth station (BMH)7:16Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£181One-way0 changes
8:022h16Bournemouth station (BMH)10:18Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£181One-way0 changes
5:152h01Bournemouth station (BMH)7:16Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£181One-way0 changes
8:022h16Bournemouth station (BMH)10:18Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£181One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trains for today, Wednesday 17 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h16 | 15:18 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h30 | 19:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h41 | 22:53 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 June | |||||
![]() | 5:15 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h01 | 7:16 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h16 | 10:18 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Trains from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 22:12 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth station (BMH) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) 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 Harbour (PMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth station (BMH) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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