The cheapest and fastest trains from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 24 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
14:161h24Portslade station (PLD)15:40London Waterloo (WAT)£441One-way0 changes
14:161h24Portslade station (PLD)15:40London Waterloo (WAT)£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 74 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT):
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £44.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 22m.
The journey is about 46m faster (1h 14m by train vs 2h 0m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£44 vs £47). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:16 Portslade station (PLD) | 1h24 | 15:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:14, the last at 09:47. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 7:14 |
Last train 9:47 |
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Train companies: Southern from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portslade station (PLD) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £4. 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 station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portslade station (PLD) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Portslade station (PLD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Portslade to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Portslade station (PLD) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portslade from Portslade city centre
Portslade train station facilities and services
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: 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.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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