The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
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 £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train 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 prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£104 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h52 | 13:02 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h00 | 13:48 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h13 | 22:48 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 07:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h33 | 12:48 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 16:14. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 16:14 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) from £13. 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)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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