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Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Durham will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
To travel from Portsmouth to Durham you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Trains from Portsmouth to Durham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 444 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 444 km |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 22:10 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Portsmouth to Durham.
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Durham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C82573_C82398+ G80248+ G15908+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 12:08 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h58 | 18:06 Durham station (DHM) | 3 changes | |
L83945+ C93098+ Y14853+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 12:11 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h55 | 18:06 Durham station (DHM) | 4 changes | |
L83945+ C93098+ G80248+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 12:11 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h55 | 18:06 Durham station (DHM) | 4 changes | |
L79660+ C01983+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 12:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h27 | 18:18 Durham station (DHM) | 2 changes | |
C82583_C82408+ G80252+ G15823+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 13:08 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h59 | 19:07 Durham station (DHM) | 3 changes |
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Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
University museum with collections from ancient civilisations to world cultures. Compact, varied and easy to combine with a cathedral visit.
Gallery and museum at Palace Green with changing exhibitions and displays connected to Durham’s history, books and university collections.
Historic square between cathedral and castle, framed by university buildings. A key place to pause for architecture and city atmosphere.
Riverside walk circling the old centre through wooded banks and classic viewpoints. Ideal for Durham’s most photogenic views.
Wooded hilltop park with panoramic views across Durham, especially towards the cathedral and castle. Popular with locals for quiet walks.
A seasoned pork sausage from County Durham, traditionally eaten with pease pudding. It is a well-known regional butcher’s staple in the North East.
A smooth savoury spread of boiled yellow split peas, long associated with North East ham and stottie sandwiches and traditional local lunches.
A dense round North East bread roll, classic with ham and pease pudding. It is a regional bakery icon rather than a standard British bap.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre dining room. Ideal for a special meal with polished, understated service.
Stylish bistro and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a lively riverside setting near Durham’s historic centre.
Long-running restaurant known for dependable French and British cooking in a warm, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portsmouth to Durham trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: 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.
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: 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.
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
ATMs are available at Durham.
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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