The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Portsmouth will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 trains that leave Eastbourne for Portsmouth 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 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
9:142h23Eastbourne11:37Portsmouth£231One-way0 changes
6:082h42Eastbourne8:50Portsmouth£241One-way0 changes
5:352h15Eastbourne7:50Portsmouth£241One-way0 changes
5:352h15Eastbourne7:50Portsmouth£241One-way0 changes
9:142h23Eastbourne11:37Portsmouth£231One-way0 changes
6:082h42Eastbourne8:50Portsmouth£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Eastbourne to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 97 km
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2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Eastbourne to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Portsmouth trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:08 Eastbourne | 2h42 | 8:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Portsmouth
Trains from Eastbourne to Portsmouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 21:37 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to Portsmouth trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Portsmouth from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Eastbourne to Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to Portsmouth 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne and Portsmouth
Most Eastbourne to Portsmouth trains use the Eastbourne to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eastbourne station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?
Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre
Eastbourne train station facilities and services
Eastbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eastbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Hampden Park from Eastbourne city centre
Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Hampden Park train station facilities and services
Hampden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hampden Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hampden Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office, Accessible taxis: Yes, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Portsmouth station do trains from Eastbourne arrive at?
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: 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.
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton train station facilities and services
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: 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, 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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