The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
To travel from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:53 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h10 | 10:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 06:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h34 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:47 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h10 | 10:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:52 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h05 | 11:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:26 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h21 | 11:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 05:53 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from £116. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; 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: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
