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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 24 m
Trains on 05 Sept
16
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) 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 Southbourne station (SOB) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) you need to make at least one change.
5:161h40Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)6:56Southbourne station (SOB)£411One-way1 change- 6:461h48Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)8:34Southbourne station (SOB)£411One-way1 change
- 7:461h53Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)9:39Southbourne station (SOB)£411One-way1 change
- 8:461h49Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)10:35Southbourne station (SOB)£411One-way1 change
- 9:461h49Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)11:35Southbourne station (SOB)£411One-way1 change
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8:271h24Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)9:51Southbourne station (SOB)£431One-way1 change- 9:271h24Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)10:51Southbourne station (SOB)£431One-way1 change
- 10:271h24Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)11:51Southbourne station (SOB)£431One-way1 change
- 11:271h24Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:51Southbourne station (SOB)£431One-way1 change
- 12:271h24Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:51Southbourne station (SOB)£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (20m by train vs 22m by car). Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £12 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
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h25 | 12:52 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 11:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 13:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 12:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h25 | 13:52 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 12:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 14:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 13:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h25 | 14:52 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 13:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 15:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 14:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h25 | 15:52 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 14:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h58 | 16:44 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 15:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h38 | 17:05 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 15:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 17:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 16:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h15 | 17:44 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 16:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h51 | 18:37 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 17:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h32 | 19:01 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 17:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h46 | 19:32 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 18:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h32 | 20:01 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 18:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h47 | 20:33 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h35 | 21:04 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 19:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 21:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 20:28 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h31 | 21:59 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 20:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 22:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 21:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h37 | 23:04 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 21:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2h15 | 0:01 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 22:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2h58 | 1:44 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 5:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h40 | 6:56 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 6:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h27 | 7:39 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 6:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h48 | 8:34 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 7:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h29 | 8:56 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 7:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h53 | 9:39 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 8:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h24 | 9:51 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 8:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 10:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 9:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h24 | 10:51 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 9:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 11:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 10:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h24 | 11:51 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
| 10:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h49 | 12:35 Southbourne station (SOB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB)
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Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southbourne station (SOB) from £41. 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 Southbourne station (SOB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) 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 station (SOB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southbourne station (SOB)
Most Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) trains use the Fratton to Southbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southbourne station (SOB) 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 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.
Most popular train connections from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
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