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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Portsmouth will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Portsmouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 35 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.
8:086h05Liverpool14:13Portsmouth£551One-way0 changes
7:546h35Liverpool14:29Portsmouth£1131One-way0 changes
9:124h45Liverpool13:57Portsmouth£1131One-way0 changes- 8:124h45Liverpool12:57Portsmouth£1151One-way0 changes
- 6:086h04Liverpool12:12Portsmouth£1911One-way0 changes
- 9:124h45Liverpool13:57Portsmouth£1131One-way0 changes
- 8:124h45Liverpool12:57Portsmouth£1151One-way0 changes
- 6:086h04Liverpool12:12Portsmouth£1911One-way0 changes
- 8:086h05Liverpool14:13Portsmouth£551One-way0 changes
- 7:546h35Liverpool14:29Portsmouth£1131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 318 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£107 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Portsmouth trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33199+L79785+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 16:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h16 | 21:59 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| W33199+L82725 · L79785+Tube from London Euston to Vauxhall | On time 16:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h16 | 21:59 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 changes | |
| W33129+L84016+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 17:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h12 | 22:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
W33129+L84016+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26639 | On time 17:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h12 | 22:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 changes | |
| W33036+L84028+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 18:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h12 | 23:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| W33036+L84028+G26643+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 18:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h12 | 23:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 changes | |
W33123+L84042+ S92935+C56088 | Delayed 19:02 19:13Liverpool Central (LVC) | 5h40 | 0:53 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4 changes | |
| W33123+L84042+C56088 | On time 19:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h10 | 0:53 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| 6:08 Liverpool | 6h04 | 12:12 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:54 Liverpool | 6h35 | 14:29 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:08 Liverpool | 6h05 | 14:13 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:12 Liverpool | 4h45 | 12:57 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:12 Liverpool | 4h45 | 13:57 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Liverpool to Portsmouth trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Liverpool and Portsmouth from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Liverpool to Portsmouth: Journey Details
Virgin Trains and South West Trains are the main providers of rail journeys between Liverpool and Portsmouth. Leaving Liverpool Lime Street at regular intervals throughout the day, the trains terminate at Portsmouth and Southsea station. There is no direct train from Liverpool to Portsmouth. A minimum of two changes is required, sometimes three. From Liverpool Lime Street, Virgin operate approximately 2 services per hour to London Euston, from early in the morning until late in the evening. From Euston, it is necessary to catch the tube to London Waterloo. South West Trains operate a regular service from London Waterloo to Portsmouth and Southsea.
Where do trains from Liverpool to Portsmouth depart from and arrive at?
Taking the train from Liverpool to Portsmouth requires catching a service from Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston initially. Managed by Network Rail, Lime Street is the main rail station servicing the city of Liverpool. The station is conveniently located in the centre of the city and is an approximate four-minute walk from Liverpool's main bus station on Roe Street. There are also two taxi ranks situated right outside the station.
All trains from Liverpool to Portsmouth arrive at Southsea, the main train station servicing the centre of the city. Located on Commercial Road, the station is an approximate four-minute walk from the city centre. There is a taxi rank situated directly outside and the station is also serviced by a number of local bus routes.
FAQs: Liverpool to Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Portsmouth
Most Liverpool to Portsmouth trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, 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 Liverpool 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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