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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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 coach and train for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P41187_W60023 · P42208 | On time 06:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h31 | 07:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
 L73374+P25507 | On time 06:15 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h49 | 08:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| P41197_W60028 · P42216 | On time 07:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h31 | 08:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| P41203_W60031 · P42221 | On time 07:29 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h36 | 09:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| L73386+P42840 | On time 07:45 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h33 | 09:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| P41207_W60033 · P42226 | On time 08:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h31 | 09:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN)
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Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 18:33 |
Train companies: Southern from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Brighton station (BTN) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 Brighton station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Brighton station (BTN)
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ATM
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Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
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