London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£22

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

1 h 12 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

1 h 23 m

Trains on 20 Sept

6

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 6 trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD), including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.

  • SouthernX06985
    16:161h12
    London Victoria (VIC)
    17:28Portslade station (PLD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernX06983
    18:161h12
    London Victoria (VIC)
    19:28Portslade station (PLD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernX06984
    17:161h12
    London Victoria (VIC)
    18:28Portslade station (PLD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26100 · G88628
    17:301h39
    London Victoria (VIC)
    19:09Portslade station (PLD)
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG26102 · G88634
    18:301h39
    London Victoria (VIC)
    20:09Portslade station (PLD)
    £281One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 73 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£39

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 22m

Average total duration

2h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 50m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) is a coach with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD):

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) costing on average £39.

The fastest way to travel from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Portslade station (PLD) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Portslade station (PLD) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 37m sooner (1h 13m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £28 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 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.

Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernX0698516:16 London Victoria (VIC)
1h12
17:28 Portslade station (PLD)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26098 · G8862316:30 London Victoria (VIC)
1h39
18:09 Portslade station (PLD)1 change
SouthernX0698417:16 London Victoria (VIC)
1h12
18:28 Portslade station (PLD)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26100 · G8862817:30 London Victoria (VIC)
1h39
19:09 Portslade station (PLD)1 change
SouthernX0698318:16 London Victoria (VIC)
1h12
19:28 Portslade station (PLD)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26102 · G8863418:30 London Victoria (VIC)
1h39
20:09 Portslade station (PLD)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) trains with Omio?

Southern as well as Thameslink or Gatwick Express offer trains services from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).

Why book with Omio vs Southern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD)

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Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
73 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
4:20
Last train
19:46
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Portslade station (PLD) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Southern Price
£14
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£45
Thameslink frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gatwick Express Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
£42
Gatwick Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) covers a distance of 73 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) is 73 km.
The first train from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) leaves at 4:20.
The last train from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) departs at 19:46.
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Victoria (VIC) and Portslade station (PLD). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southern.
To get from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).
The cheapest way to get from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Victoria to Portslade offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the South Downs and picturesque countryside, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from London Victoria to Portslade is feasible. The journey takes 1h 5m and covers 73 km. Trains run 10 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Portslade station (PLD)

Most London Victoria (VIC) to Portslade station (PLD) trains use the London Victoria to Portslade station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Portslade station (PLD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Portslade
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · £2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · £2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · £2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · £4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · £2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria 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 and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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 London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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