The cheapest and fastest trains from Portslade to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portslade to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portslade to Bournemouth will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portslade for Bournemouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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 train and coach for Portslade to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portslade to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £43.
Distance: 118 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portslade to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Portslade to Bournemouth trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:09 Portslade | 2h25 | 09:34 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:09 Portslade | 2h25 | 11:34 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portslade to Bournemouth
Trains from Portslade to Bournemouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 05:01 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: Southern from Portslade to Bournemouth trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portslade and Bournemouth from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portslade to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portslade and Bournemouth
- Car Park: No
- Station Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or long step-free route via street (700m). Platform has restricted width which may hinder use of train to platform ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is at the Help Point.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated shelters on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:20 Saturday 05:55 - 19:20 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Cafe
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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