- Must visit
Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson
National museum set in a Victorian fort, displaying artillery, historic cannons and military collections with panoramic views from the hilltop.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fareham to Cosham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fareham to Cosham will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Fareham to Cosham, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fareham to Cosham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 8 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Cosham take longer:
Coach takes on average 32m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (9m by train vs 12m by car). Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Fareham to Cosham trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:44 Fareham | 0h09 | 6:53 Cosham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:15 Fareham | 0h08 | 7:23 Cosham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Fareham to Cosham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 9m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 0:24 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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National museum set in a Victorian fort, displaying artillery, historic cannons and military collections with panoramic views from the hilltop.
Museum devoted to the Tudor warship and its conservation story. A major maritime attraction within easy reach of Cosham.
Local museum with exhibits on Portsmouth’s social and working history. A compact stop for understanding the wider area around Cosham.
Ridge-top road and walking area with sweeping views across Portsmouth, the Solent and surrounding countryside. Popular for short scenic stops.
Large public park with open grass, mature trees and sports space. A relaxed local favourite for walks and everyday outdoor time.
Open hillside area near the forts offering walking routes, big skies and excellent sunset views over Portsmouth and the harbour.
A Hampshire take on the Full English, typically with local sausages, bacon, eggs and toast. A staple breakfast in pubs and cafés across the Portsmouth area.
Fresh crab from the nearby south coast, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is prized locally for its sweet flavour and connection to Portsmouth’s fishing waters.
Beer-battered local fish with chips is a classic Portsmouth area takeaway and pub dish, tied to the city’s maritime identity and seaside eating culture.
Established Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a casual neighbourhood atmosphere.
Smart pub dining venue near Cosham offering British comfort food, steaks and drinks in a modern yet traditional pub environment.
Popular pub-restaurant serving grills, classic British mains and Sunday roasts in a relaxed, family-friendly setting in Cosham.
Moderate for southern England. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and nearby rail links keep day-to-day travel manageable.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fareham to Cosham 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 Cosham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Fareham to Cosham trains use the Fareham to Cosham station pair. Use this guide to compare Fareham and Cosham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fareham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fareham.
Wi-Fi is available at Fareham.
Ticket office support is available at Fareham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fareham: Parking, WC.
Available at Fareham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fareham: 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.
Cosham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cosham.
Wi-Fi is available at Cosham.
Ticket office support is available at Cosham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cosham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cosham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth / Havant) from the station forecourt (via side entrance). Step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Fareham / Southampton) is via short ramp (1:11, 13m long) from street. Access between platforms is via level crossing (typically 100m). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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