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Compare train for Portslade to Southbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portslade to Southbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (53m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £23 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 Southern.
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.
Live departures
Portslade to Southbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Portslade to Southbourne trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:20 Portslade | 2h33 | 10:53 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 8:50 Portslade | 2h45 | 11:35 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 9:20 Portslade | 2h32 | 11:52 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 9:50 Portslade | 2h45 | 12:35 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 10:20 Portslade | 2h32 | 12:52 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 10:50 Portslade | 2h45 | 13:35 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 11:20 Portslade | 2h32 | 13:52 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 11:50 Portslade | 2h45 | 14:35 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 12:20 Portslade | 2h32 | 14:52 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 12:50 Portslade | 2h45 | 15:35 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 13:20 Portslade | 2h32 | 15:52 Christchurch | 1 change | |
| 13:50 Portslade | 2h54 | 16:44 Christchurch | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portslade to Southbourne
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Trains from Portslade to Southbourne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Southern from Portslade to Southbourne trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portslade and Southbourne from £47. 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 Southbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade to Southbourne 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 Southbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portslade and Southbourne
Most Portslade to Southbourne trains use the Portslade to Southbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Portslade and Southbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portslade station do trains to Southbourne leave from?
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.
Which Southbourne station do trains from Portslade arrive at?
Getting to Southbourne from Southbourne city centre
Southbourne train station facilities and services
Southbourne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southbourne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Southbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station:Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short, steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Access between platforms via level crossing. 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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