The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 106 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 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 coach and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 106 km
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h17 | 08:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h37 | 15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 11:31. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 11:31 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- 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.
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