The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
1
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 £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) for Southbourne station (SOB) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.


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 tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:08 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0h22 | 11:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB)
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 11:08. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 22m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 11:08 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southbourne station (SOB) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southbourne station (SOB) from £8. 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:35 - 13:10 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated shelters on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
