The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 4 trains that leave Portsmouth for Birmingham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 28 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 train and coach for Portsmouth to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 195 km
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4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Birmingham trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L47229+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10425 | On time 18:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h07 | 22:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
P08404+ C23455 | On time 18:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h22 | 21:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
L47904+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10426 | On time 18:36 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h26 | 23:02 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
L47916+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L33449+ C23543 | On time 19:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h24 | 23:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 changes | |
L47916+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Marylebone+ G02108 | On time 19:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h44 | 00:04 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
P08406+ C23464 | On time 19:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h20 | 22:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 04:37 Portsmouth | 4h19 | 08:56 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:19 Portsmouth | 4h46 | 10:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:21 Portsmouth | 4h45 | 12:06 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:37 Portsmouth | 5h28 | 13:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Birmingham
Trains from Portsmouth to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 03:56 |
Last train 23:11 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, South Western Railway, Southern, Avanti West Coast, first_great_western from Portsmouth to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, South Western Railway, Southern, Avanti West Coast, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and Birmingham from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train from Portsmouth to Birmingham: Journey Details
The train from Portsmouth to Birmingham takes around 4 hours. South West Trains run to Guildford, then CrossCountry Trains complete the journey to Birmingham New Street Station. The first train leaves at around 4:30 a.m., with a half-hourly service running until 7:30 p.m. Later trains are available but involve travelling via London with more changes. This service operates seven days a week.
Where do trains from Portsmouth to Birmingham depart from and arrive at?
All trains from Portsmouth to Birmingham depart at Portsmouth Station, which is centrally located in the city centre. Taxis are available at the station and several bus companies link the station to the local area and surrounding towns, such as Southampton and Havant. Bus services operate throughout the night. Portsmouth Harbour, with its cruise and ferry terminals, is one stop further on the train.
Trains from Portsmouth to Birmingham arrive at Birmingham New Street Station, which is conveniently located for the city centre. This recently rebuilt station incorporates a large shopping mall and is a central hub of the British Rail system. Taxis are available outside the station, twenty-four hours a day. The metro and local buses, operated by Network West Midland, operate services into the town and suburban areas. There is also a night bus service.
FAQs: Portsmouth to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Birmingham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- 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
- 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 Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Portsmouth: Norway Road bus stop by Vauxhall Garage To Cosham / Havant: Norway Road bus stop opposite Vauxhall Garage
- 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 07:00 - 10:3012:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 11:0012:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 11:0015:00 - 18:00 Saturday 11:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lichfield Road - under railway bridge at public service bus stop near to bottom of stairs for Platform 1 Walsall bound platform
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
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