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Compare train and coach for Margate to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Margate to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 185 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£33 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Margate to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Portsmouth trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:37 Margate | 4h02 | 09:39 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
| 05:40 Margate | 3h59 | 09:39 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 06:15 Margate | 4h00 | 10:15 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 06:32 Margate | 4h04 | 10:36 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
| 06:45 Margate | 3h51 | 10:36 Portsmouth | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Portsmouth
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Trains from Margate to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 5h 22m.
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 £16
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 04:03 |
Last train 21:08 |
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 £16
Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to Portsmouth trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Portsmouth from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
Cheapest Price
£82
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Margate to Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
The train journey from Margate to Portsmouth offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and along the coastline near Brighton, providing a mix of charming countryside and coastal landscapes.
The cost of a train ticket from Margate to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £33.
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.
The cheapest way to get from Margate to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £16.
A day trip from Margate to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 22m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 185 km.
The train distance from Margate to Portsmouth is 185 km.
Booking trains from Margate to Portsmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Margate to Portsmouth departs at 21:08.
The train journey from Margate to Portsmouth covers a distance of 185 km and takes approximately 5h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
There is no night train service from Margate to Portsmouth.
The train station in Margate that goes to Portsmouth is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The first train from Margate to Portsmouth leaves at 4:03.
Trains from Margate to Portsmouth run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Portsmouth.
Yes, you can take the train from Margate to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Portsmouth.
To get from Margate to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Portsmouth
Margate
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 country end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Margate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
The major train station for arrivals in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your journey to Portsmouth from Margate.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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