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The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre
Independent museum on local history, archaeology, and community life. A useful introduction to Havant's past in a compact town-centre setting.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
13 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
14 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Petersfield to Havant is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Petersfield to Havant will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from Petersfield to Havant, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Petersfield to Havant among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Petersfield to Havant:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Petersfield to Havant costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Havant take longer:
Coach takes on average 29m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (14m by train vs 18m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Petersfield to Havant trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:12 Petersfield | 0h14 | 15:26 Havant | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:04 Petersfield | 0h13 | 17:17 Havant | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Petersfield to Havant run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 12m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 0:21 |
Last train 23:47 |
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Discover the best of Havant — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Havant trip today.
Independent museum on local history, archaeology, and community life. A useful introduction to Havant's past in a compact town-centre setting.
Open-air military museum with restored fortifications, tunnels, vehicles, and displays. Well worth the short trip for immersive local military history.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Chichester with changing exhibitions, historic displays, and attractive gardens. A strong regional cultural stop.
Large harbour-side nature reserve with walking trails, birdwatching, and broad coastal views. A local favourite for fresh air and peaceful scenery.
Attractive coastal path area around Langstone Harbour, popular for walking, wildlife, and waterside views close to Havant and Hayling Island.
Quiet waterside area with old buildings, harbour views, and sailing activity. Ideal for a short stroll to experience the character of historic Langstone.
A Sussex and Hampshire coastal classic of smoked haddock in a creamy parsley sauce, often served with mash. It reflects the area’s long fishing and smokehouse traditions.
Fresh crab from the nearby south coast, prized for sweet meat and simple preparation in sandwiches, salads or dressed platters. A staple of local seaside eating.
Oysters from Chichester Harbour and nearby waters are a long-standing local delicacy, valued for their clean, briny flavour and strong link to the harbour economy.
Refined restaurant in nearby Emsworth focusing on seasonal British cooking and seafood, with an intimate neighbourhood atmosphere.
Established country pub in Havant known for British pub food, roasts and a traditional interior with a welcoming local feel.
Well-known traditional pub in Emsworth with local ales, fish dishes and classic British comfort food close to the harbour.
Moderate for southern England. Accommodation and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but local buses and rail links help keep day-to-day visitor costs manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Petersfield to Havant 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 Havant, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Petersfield to Havant trains use the Petersfield to Havant station pair. Use this guide to compare Petersfield and Havant train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Petersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Petersfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Petersfield. ATMs are available at Petersfield.
Ticket office support is available at Petersfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Petersfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Petersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Petersfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Petersfield is accessible to wheelchair users via level access at the London end of both platforms. Step free interchange is possible via a level crossing at the London end of the platforms, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Havant has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Havant.
Wi-Fi is available at Havant. ATMs are available at Havant.
Ticket office support is available at Havant.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Havant: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Havant: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Havant: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to main entrance and Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth and Southampton). Entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Brighton and London) is via a 12m long ramp, gradient = 1:10. Access between platforms is via a footbridge with lifts, available when station is staffed (until 22:00). There is a an alternative step-free route between up-side and down-side entrances via a local authority footbridge with long ramps at gentle (1:11-1:12) gradient on each side. Total round trip distance via ramps is 260m, 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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