The cheapest and fastest trains from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Clapham Junction (CLJ) for Portslade station (PLD) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 70 km
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£17 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:23 Clapham Junction (CLJ) | 1h04 | 15:27 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:53 Clapham Junction (CLJ) | 1h04 | 19:57 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD)
Trains from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 20:23 |
Train companies: Southern from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Clapham Junction (CLJ) and Portslade station (PLD) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clapham Junction (CLJ) to Portslade station (PLD) 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 Portslade station (PLD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Clapham Junction (CLJ) and Portslade station (PLD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; 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
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:20 Saturday 05:55 - 19:20 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Cafe
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- 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
- 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: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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