The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) 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 Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 30 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
C933008:201h15Brighton station (BTN)9:35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
C9326215:301h38Brighton station (BTN)17:08Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
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C0085215:001h52Brighton station (BTN)16:52Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way1 change
C9327217:301h38Brighton station (BTN)19:08Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
C9327518:301h38Brighton station (BTN)20:08Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
C933008:201h15Brighton station (BTN)9:35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
C09901 · G2648522:101h30Brighton station (BTN)23:40Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way1 change
C9326215:301h38Brighton station (BTN)17:08Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
C9327217:301h38Brighton station (BTN)19:08Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
C9327518:301h38Brighton station (BTN)20:08Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trains for today, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G26998 | On time 22:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 1h25 | 23:40 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C93302+ L79826 · SW625300 | On time 22:40 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h10 | 0:50 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
C93302+ SW625200 | On time 22:40 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h45 | 1:25 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:13 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Southern from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) 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 Brighton station (BTN) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- 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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