London to Portsmouth train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Portsmouth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Aug

Cheapest price on 30 Aug

£11

Average ticket price on 30 Aug

£27

Fastest journey on 30 Aug

1 h 29 m

Average journey duration on 30 Aug

1 h 29 m

Trains on 30 Aug

80

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Portsmouth will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

On Sun 30 Aug, we found 80 trains from London to Portsmouth, including 61 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.

  • SouthernG26093 · C93262
    14:003h04
    London Victoria (VIC)
    17:04Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernC82320 · C93300
    5:453h46
    London Victoria (VIC)
    9:31Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernC82324 · C93300
    6:322h59
    London Victoria (VIC)
    9:31Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £151One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79834
    23:301h35
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    1:05Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL78752_L79918
    8:532h20
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    11:13Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Portsmouth 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 104 km

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Train
Coach

£28

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 41m

Average total duration

3h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

South Western Railway

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Live departures

London to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Portsmouth trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL838515:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h53
7:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernC825046:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
8:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernC825076:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h02
8:37 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 RailwayL81376 · L79536
On time
6:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
8:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG27130+South Western RailwayL83248 · L79536
On time
7:00 London Victoria (VIC)
1h57
8:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		2 changes
SouthernG261527:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h12
9:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795367:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
8:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG261557:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
9:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27549 · G26159
On time
7:41 London Victoria (VIC)
2h35
10:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL838687:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
9:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83868 · L79543
On time
7:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h44
9:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79543
On time
8:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
9:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG261598:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
10:16 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
SouthernG26162
On time
8:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
10:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80085 · L79560
On time
8:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h55
10:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL838798:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h00
10:45 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79560
On time
9:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
10:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26166
On time
9:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
11:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799219:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
11:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83016 · L79568
On time
9:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
10:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79568
On time
9:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
10:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26169
On time
9:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
11:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838909:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
11:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79578
On time
10:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
11:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26175
On time
10:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
12:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7992710:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
12:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7958810:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
11:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26177
On time
10:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
12:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83038 · L79596
On time
10:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h47
12:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL8390110:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
12:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7959611:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
12:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26183
On time
11:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
13:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7993311:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
13:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79606
On time
11:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
12:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83701 · L83912
On time
11:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h14
13:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG26185
On time
11:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
13:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80111 · L79616
On time
11:35 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h55
13:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL8391211:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
13:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79367 · L79616
On time
11:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h40
13:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG27428 · G26191
On time
11:50 London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
14:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79616
On time
12:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
13:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG2619112:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
14:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7993912:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
14:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG88079 · G2619312:16 London Victoria (VIC)
2h23
14:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7962612:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
13:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27276 · G26199
On time
12:30 London Victoria (VIC)
2h50
15:20 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81707+SouthernG2619912:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h47
15:20 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
SouthernG2619312:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h04
14:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83924
On time
12:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
14:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7963613:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
14:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2619913:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
15:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7994513:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
15:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27613 · G26201
On time
13:11 London Victoria (VIC)
2h28
15:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7964513:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
14:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26201
On time
13:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h04
15:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8393613:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79390 · L79655
On time
13:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h39
15:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81454+SouthernG26207
On time
13:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h26
16:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG27450 · G26207
On time
13:50 London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
16:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7965514:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
15:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26207
On time
14:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
16:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7995114:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
16:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79665
On time
14:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
15:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26209
On time
14:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
16:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83948
On time
14:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h00
16:45 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7967515:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
16:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26215
On time
15:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
17:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernC93120 · G26217
On time
15:08 London Victoria (VIC)
2h30
17:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7995715:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
17:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79685
On time
15:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
16:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26217
On time
15:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
17:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8396015:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
17:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79412 · L79695
On time
15:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h39
17:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG27470 · G26223
On time
15:50 London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
18:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79695
On time
16:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
17:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26223
On time
16:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
18:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79963
On time
16:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
18:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7970516:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
17:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26226
On time
16:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
18:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8397216:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
18:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7971517:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
18:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2623217:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
19:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernC93140 · G26235
On time
17:08 London Victoria (VIC)
2h30
19:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL79969
On time
17:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
19:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79725
On time
17:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
18:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG2623517:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
19:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27667 · G26240
On time
17:41 London Victoria (VIC)
2h35
20:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL8398117:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
19:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80063 · L79735
On time
17:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h39
19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG27490 · G2624017:50 London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
20:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79735
On time
18:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG2624018:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
20:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79975
On time
18:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
20:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG27495 · G26243
On time
18:20 London Victoria (VIC)
2h18
20:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7974518:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h28
19:58 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27140 · G26249
On time
18:30 London Victoria (VIC)
2h50
21:20 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)		1 change
South Western RailwayL81809+SouthernG26249
On time
18:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h47
21:20 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)		1 change
SouthernG2624318:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
20:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27679 · G26249
On time
18:41 London Victoria (VIC)
2h35
21:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL8399118:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
20:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7975519:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
20:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2624919:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
21:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7998119:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
21:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG27685 · G2625319:11 London Victoria (VIC)
2h27
21:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
SouthernG27505 · G2625319:20 London Victoria (VIC)
2h18
21:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL79451 · L79765
On time
19:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
20:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7976519:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
20:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2625319:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
21:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79457 · L79773
On time
19:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h39
21:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
SouthernG27510 · G2625819:50 London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
22:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL81528+SouthernG26258
On time
19:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h26
22:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 change
South Western RailwayL7977320:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
21:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2625820:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
22:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7998720:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h05
22:14 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79783
On time
20:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h31
22:01 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81843 · L8401220:33 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h17
22:50 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
SouthernG2626020:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
22:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8401220:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h05
22:50 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7979221:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h33
22:33 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2626621:05 London Victoria (VIC)
2h10
23:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7999321:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
23:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79474 · L7980221:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
22:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7980221:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
22:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82656
On time
21:35 London Victoria (VIC)
2h19
23:54 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8402421:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
23:49 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7981222:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
23:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7999922:09 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
0:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83210 · L7982222:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h52
0:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change
South Western RailwayL7982222:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
0:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8403622:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h01
0:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7982623:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
0:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7983223:15 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
0:49 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84048 · SW18130023:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h20
2:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Portsmouth

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Trains from London to Portsmouth run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 29m.

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 £10
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
39
Direct trains
28
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London to Portsmouth trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London and Portsmouth from £10. 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 29m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£12
South Western Railway frequency
20 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
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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 2m
Cheapest Southern Price
£11
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
Learn more about Southern

Complete guide to Portsmouth

Things to do in Portsmouth

Discover the best of Portsmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portsmouth trip today.

  • Must visit

HMS Victory

A major naval museum where visitors can board Nelson’s flagship and explore life at sea through preserved decks and displays.

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HMS Alliance

This working museum ship reveals cramped Victorian submarine life and the engineering behind one of Britain’s earliest submarines.

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Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery

Portsmouth’s city museum covers local history, football heritage and art, with exhibits spanning the city’s people and places.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in summer, but dining and local buses remain manageable for most city-break budgets.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.

<h2>Trains from London to Portsmouth: Journey Details</h2> <p>A large number of direct trains leave London every day bound for Portsmouth. Departures begin in the early hours of the morning, and a number of trains leave every hour until late into the night. The journey usually takes under 2 hours, and passengers can choose from a number of departure points in the capital throughout the day. </p> <div class="bottom-grey-line"> </div> <h3>Which train companies go from London to Portsmouth?</h3> <p>Trains from London to Portsmouth are operated by <a href="//www.omio.co.uk/train_providers/south_west_trains">South West Trains</a> and <a href="//www.omio.co.uk/train_providers/southern">Southern.</a></p> <h3>How long is the train from London to Portsmouth.</h3> <p>Direct trains from London to Portsmouth usually take between 1 hour 28 minutes and 1 hour 56 minutes. lthough in some cases the journey can take around 2 hours 20 minutes. South West Trains services tend to be slightly faster than Southern trains</p> <h3>When is the best time to book a train from London to Portsmouth?</h3> <p>The cheapest tickets can be found when booking anywhere between 1-5 weeks ahead of the departure date.</p> <h3>When are the first and last trains of the day from London to Portsmouth?</h3> <p>The first direct train of the day from London to Portsmouth departs Vauxhall station at 5:04 a.m and arrives in Portsmouth at 7:16 a.m. However for those looking to leave earlier, there is a Thameslink train which leaves London Blackfriars station at 4:05 a.m and arrives in Portsmouth at 7:08 a.m. This service involves a short transfer at in Brighton.</p> <p>The final direct departure of the day leaves London Waterloo at 22:30 p.m and reaches its destination at 00:02 a.m. It should be noted however that there are still a few services departing later than this which require a transfer at Fratton station. The final train from London to Portsmouth with a transfer departs London Waterloo at 23:45 p.m and reaches Portsmouth at 1:44 a.m.</p> <h3>Where do trains from London to Portsmouth arrive and depart from?</h3> <p>Most South West Trains services from London to Portsmouth depart from London Waterloo station. Waterloo station is the U.K’s largest train station, and is located in central London within walking distance of major tourist attractions such as Big Ben, the London Eye and South Bank. The station has a number of eateries, as well as coin lockers for baggage and a 24 hour tourist information service. As a major transport hub, the station is serviced by a number of lines on the London Underground, bus stops and has a taxi rank outside exit number 3.</p> <p>Southern trains to Portsmouth depart from London Victoria station, which is situated close to Buckingham Palace and St. James’ Park. The station has bag storage facilities, a number of food and shopping options and a visitor information centre. Access to the station is simple, as it has three underground lines, a taxi rank and a bus station. It’s also the most convenient way to access the city from Gatwick Airport, with the Gatwick Express train terminating at this station.</p> </div>

FAQs: London to Portsmouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from London to Portsmouth covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 39 per day.
The train distance from London to Portsmouth is 104 km.
The first train from London to Portsmouth leaves at 0:01.
The last train from London to Portsmouth departs at 23:57.
Trains from London to Portsmouth run approximately 39 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Portsmouth.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Portsmouth. The service operates 28 times per day, provided by South Western Railway, Southern, Southern.
To get from London to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Portsmouth.
The train station in London that goes to Portsmouth is London Waterloo (WAT), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from London to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from London to Portsmouth 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 to Portsmouth offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the Surrey countryside, the rolling South Downs, and coastal views as you approach Portsmouth.
Yes, a day trip from London to Portsmouth is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 29m and a distance of 104 km. Trains run frequently with 13 trips per day.
A visit to Portsmouth typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea Beach.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Portsmouth.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Portsmouth

Most London to Portsmouth trains use the London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare London and Portsmouth 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

Which London station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?

Trains from London to Portsmouth leave from London Waterloo. The station is 1 km from London city centre at London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW.
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.

More about London Waterloo
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.

More about London Victoria
Clapham JunctionClapham Junction station, St John's Hill, Clapham, Greater London, SW11 2QPShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre

Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Arundel, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Balham · 7m · £2 · every ~38 min
London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Balham, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Arundel · 7m · £2 · every ~38 min
London Waterloo - Southampton Central, London Waterloo - Poole, London Waterloo - Bournemouth, London Waterloo - Dorking, London Waterloo - Guildford, London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids, London Waterloo - Salisbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction, London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo - Woking, London Waterloo - Weymouth, London Waterloo - Farnham, London Waterloo - Reading, London Waterloo - Epsom, London Waterloo - Shepperton, London Waterloo - Hampton Court, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - Strawberry Hill, London Waterloo - Twickenham, London Waterloo - Basingstoke, London Waterloo - Chessington South, London Waterloo - Alton, London Waterloo - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Waterloo - Gillingham, London Waterloo - Westbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Pen Mill, London Waterloo - Haslemere, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Fareham, London Waterloo - Honiton, London Waterloo - Frome, London Waterloo - Fratton, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Havant, London Waterloo - Petersfield, London Waterloo - Andover, London Waterloo - Hampton Wick, London Waterloo - Eastleigh, London Waterloo - Winchester, London Waterloo - Wimbledon, London Waterloo - Surbiton, London Waterloo - Southampton Airport Parkway, London Waterloo - Templecombe · 8m · £2 · every ~47 min
Dalston Junction - Clapham Junction · 40m · £10 · every ~8 min
BusN87 · 15m · £22 · every ~5 min
N19 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
344 · 47m · £2 · every ~30 min
N31 · 55m · £4 · every ~2 min

Clapham Junction train station facilities and services

Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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: Yes.

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