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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£158
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 24 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) you need to make at least one change.
W33953+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
W45520+
G261686:295h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:42Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£721One-way3 changes
G01022+
G1501512:255h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:53Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1171One-way1 change- G01013+
L83978+G1501210:255h29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:54Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1171One-way2 changes - G01013+G1501210:255h29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:54Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1171One-way1 change
- G01009+G150109:255h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:52Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1311One-way1 change
- W33953+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+W45520+G261686:295h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:42Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£721One-way3 changes
- G01009+G150109:255h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:52Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1311One-way1 change
- G01003+G150067:255h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:52Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1971One-way1 change
- G01005+G150088:255h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:52Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1971One-way1 change
- G01022+G1501512:255h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:53Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)£1171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £346.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £346 Average Price | £82 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH):
A coach is £95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) costing on average £137.
A coach is £304 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) costing on average £346.
Other travel options to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Coach takes on average 7h 47m.
Tickets start at around £137 compared to roughly £82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-55.07. The journey takes 4h 43m versus 4h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34117+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79587 | Delayed 6:14 7:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h48 | 11:28 11:28Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| W34092+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79595 | Delayed 6:54 7:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h54 | 11:52 11:52Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| W33952+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79605 | Delayed 7:13 8:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h48 | 13:02 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| W33888+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79615 | Delayed 7:54 8:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h54 | 13:48 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| W34134+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L79625 | Delayed 8:13 9:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h48 | 14:02 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| W33953+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+G26168+W45520 | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h13 | 11:42 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3 changes | |
| G01003+G15006 | 7:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h27 | 12:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| G01138 · G01005+G15008 | 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h49 | 13:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
G01005+ L89640+G15008 | 8:06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h46 | 13:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| G01005+G15008 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h27 | 13:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| G01144 · G01009+G15010 | 9:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h49 | 14:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| G01009+G15010+L89647 | 9:06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h46 | 14:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| G01009+G15010 | 9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h27 | 14:52 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| G01013+G15012 | 10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h29 | 15:54 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| G01013+L83978+G15012 | 10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h29 | 15:54 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| G01022+G15015 | 12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h28 | 17:53 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 10:54. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 10:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) 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 Harbour (PMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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