London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£37

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

1 h 27 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

1 h 27 m

Trains on 05 Sept

152

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 152 trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), including 66 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.

  • South Western RailwayL83195 · L79802
    21:121h45
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    22:57Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL81868 · L79826
    22:032h27
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    0:30Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79636
    13:001h30
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    14:30Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL79792
    21:001h33
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    22:33Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL81504 · L79745
    17:502h08
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    19:58Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £201One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and ferry for London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 104 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Ferry
Driving

£25

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£23

Average Price

£52

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 0m

Average total duration

2h 30m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

45m

Onboard

+

1h 0m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS):

A coach is £9 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average £23.

A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average £25.

The fastest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is by ferry with an average journey time of 45m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 53m.

Coach takes on average 2h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Waterloo (WAT) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) including taking a coach, train and ferry.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (1h 53m by train vs 2h 7m by car) and roughly £27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with South Western Railway.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL7992610:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
12:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79352 · L7958710:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
11:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7958710:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
11:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81673 · L79605
On time
10:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h24
12:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL80102 · L7993210:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h37
13:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7959511:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
12:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80242 · L7993211:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
13:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL80242_L84962 · L7993211:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
13:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7993211:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
13:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83044 · L79605
On time
11:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
12:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79363 · L79605
On time
11:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
12:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79605
On time
11:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
12:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79615
On time
12:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
13:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81698 · L83947
On time
12:03 London Waterloo (WAT)
4h41
16:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81698 · L7963512:03 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h40
14:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7993812:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
14:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79938 · L7962512:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h48
13:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79372 · L7962512:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
13:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7962512:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
13:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83923 · L79635
On time
12:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h58
14:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81441+SouthernG26198
On time
12:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h26
15:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79377 · L7963512:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h53
14:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7963513:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
14:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81714+SouthernG26200
On time
13:03 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h44
15:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81714 · L7965413:03 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h41
15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79944
On time
13:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
15:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79384 · L79644
On time
13:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
14:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78947 · L83947
On time
13:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
3h21
16:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78567 · L7965413:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h21
15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7964413:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
14:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83935 · L7965413:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7965414:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h44
15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81731 · L83947
On time
14:03 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h41
16:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL80274 · L79950
On time
14:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
16:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7995014:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
16:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79950 · L79664
On time
14:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h48
15:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79395 · L79664
On time
14:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
15:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78959+SouthernG26208
On time
14:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h24
16:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78583 · L7967414:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
16:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL83729+SouthernG26214
On time
14:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h49
17:19 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79664
On time
14:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
15:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80140 · L7967414:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h55
16:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL83947
On time
14:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
16:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83947 · L79674
On time
14:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
16:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79400 · L7967414:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h40
16:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7967415:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
16:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80282 · L79956
On time
15:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
17:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7995615:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
17:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84473
On time
15:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h30
17:42 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79406 · L79684
On time
15:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h56
17:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79684
On time
15:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h46
17:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL82091+SouthernG26222
On time
15:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h34
18:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL83959
On time
15:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h00
17:45 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79411 · L79694
On time
15:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h40
17:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78607 · L79704
On time
15:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
18:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81033 · L8397115:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h54
18:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79694
On time
16:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
17:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79962
On time
16:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
18:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79962 · L79704
On time
16:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h55
18:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81485 · L79714
On time
16:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
18:31 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79704
On time
16:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
18:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81774 · L83971
On time
16:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h14
18:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL8397116:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h02
18:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83971 · L7971416:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h46
18:31 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL81491 · L79724
On time
16:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h15
19:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7971417:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h31
18:31 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81601 · L79724
On time
17:02 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
19:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL80302 · L79968
On time
17:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h10
19:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79968
On time
17:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h06
19:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79968 · L79724
On time
17:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h56
19:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79511 · L79974
On time
17:13 London Waterloo (WAT)
3h02
20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7909517:15 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
19:26 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79724
On time
17:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h35
19:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83759 · L79974
On time
17:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h45
20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81603 · L79734
On time
17:32 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h57
19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81791 · L7974417:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h30
20:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7910017:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h01
19:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79100 · L79734
On time
17:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h44
19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81503 · L79974
On time
17:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h25
20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL83143 · L79734
On time
17:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h39
19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79005 · L79974
On time
17:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h22
20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78639 · L79744
On time
17:55 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
20:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79734
On time
18:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80468 · L7974418:02 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h01
20:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL80308 · L79974
On time
18:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h10
20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79974
On time
18:07 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79974 · L79744
On time
18:07 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h56
20:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81068 · L79754
On time
18:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h21
20:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL82986 · L79744
On time
18:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
20:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7974418:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h33
20:03 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80174 · L7998018:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h40
21:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL82988 · L79754
On time
18:41 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
20:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7910218:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
20:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79102 · L7975418:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
20:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79102 · L7975418:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
20:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79102 · L7975418:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
20:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL81515 · L79764
On time
18:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h14
21:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78655 · L7976418:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
21:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7975419:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
20:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7998019:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h06
21:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL85018 · L7977219:15 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h28
21:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL85018 · L7976419:15 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
21:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7976419:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
21:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81825 · L79782
On time
19:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h25
21:58 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81825 · L7999819:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
4h48
0:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL80324 · L79772
On time
19:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
21:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81086+SouthernC82640
On time
19:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h21
22:14 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7977220:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
21:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7998620:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
22:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79986 · L79782
On time
20:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
21:58 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL82181 · L79998
On time
20:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
4h09
0:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79782
On time
20:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h28
21:58 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81842 · L7980120:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h29
23:02 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL84011 · L7979120:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
22:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL81539 · L79801
On time
20:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h12
23:02 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81098 · L79811
On time
20:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h50
23:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81098 · L79998
On time
20:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
3h28
0:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7979121:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h44
22:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7999221:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
23:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7980121:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h32
23:02 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84023 · L7981121:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h58
23:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL80855 · L7999821:48 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h33
0:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7981122:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
23:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7999822:08 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h13
0:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7981822:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
0:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80873 · L8403522:48 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
0:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL8403523:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h52
0:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81884 · L84040
On time
23:03 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h18
1:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81571 · L8404023:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h01
1:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL8404023:32 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
1:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838515:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h53
7:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL844676:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h31
9:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838576:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h02
8:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79316 · L795367:10 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h47
8:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL795367:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
8:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795438:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
9:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799158:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
10:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795498:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
9:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80085 · L795608:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h55
10:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL83879 · L795608:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
10:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL838798:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h00
10:45 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795609:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
10:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799219:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
11:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83016 · L795689:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
10:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL795689:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
10:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81657 · L838909:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
11:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL83890 · L795789:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
11:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL838909:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
11:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79345 · L795789:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h40
11:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
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9:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
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12:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL78512 · L795889:54 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
11:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7957810:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
11:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 30m.

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 £7
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
1h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 30m
First train
4:05
Last train
19:00
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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 £7

Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£10
South Western Railway frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Learn more about South Western Railway

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
2h 16m
Cheapest Southern Price
£44
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
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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is 104 km.
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) leaves at 4:05.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) departs at 19:00.
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Waterloo (WAT) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and ferry.
There is no night train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Surrey Hills and along the Hampshire countryside, providing glimpses of rolling landscapes and charming villages.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea. The journey takes 1h 30m and covers a distance of 104 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains use the London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

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

Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £0.90 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

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

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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