The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 17 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
10:372h23Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:00London Kings Cross (KGX)£211One-way0 changes
8:192h10Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)10:29London Kings Cross (KGX)£281One-way0 changes
8:192h10Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)10:29London Kings Cross (KGX)£281One-way0 changes
10:372h23Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:00London Kings Cross (KGX)£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 106 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average £31.
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 59m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 5m by train vs 2h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £21 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.
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
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 |
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![]() | 7:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2h33 | 10:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
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Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £10. 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 & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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