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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Exmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £39, and a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 164 km
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Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Exmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Portsmouth to Exmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 16:29. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 4h 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 16:29 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Portsmouth to Exmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Portsmouth and Exmouth from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 52m
Cheapest Price
£78
Great Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 54m
Cheapest Price
£39
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest Price
£134
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
15 a day
Complete guide to Exmouth
Things to do in Exmouth
Discover the best of Exmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exmouth trip today.
- Recommended
Dingles Fairground Museum
Nearby fairground museum with restored rides, organs and memorabilia. A distinctive heritage visit within easy reach of Exmouth.
Sea Dog Art Gallery
Working gallery and arts venue showing contemporary exhibitions, studios and community creativity near Exmouth's seafront.
- Must visit
Exmouth Beach
Long sandy seafront backed by a broad promenade, ideal for walking, sea views and easy access to the town's main beach.
- Recommended
Orcombe Point
Clifftop viewpoint marking the western gateway to the Jurassic Coast, popular for coastal walks and red cliff scenery.
- Recommended
Exe Estuary Trail
Scenic estuary-side walking area with wildlife interest, birdwatching opportunities and wide views over the Exe.
- Gluten-free
Devon Crab
Sweet white crab from the nearby Exe estuary and Devon coast, prized for fresh flavour and often served simply dressed or in sandwiches.
- Gluten-free
South West Mackerel
Line-caught mackerel from the South West coast, commonly grilled or smoked. It is a classic local seafood choice in Devon.
- Gluten-free
Exe Estuary Mussels
Mussels farmed in the Exe estuary, known for their freshness and clean saline taste. Commonly served steamed in cider or cream.
Saveur
Well-known local café and restaurant on the marina, serving breakfast, brunch and seafood-focused dishes in a bright waterside space.
Krispies
Casual harbourside fish and chip venue known for freshly cooked seafood and takeaway classics near the marina.
Rockfish Exmouth
Popular seafront restaurant known for seafood, steaks and broad British favourites in a relaxed setting with estuary views.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK seaside town: pubs and cafés are fairly priced, hotels rise in summer, and local buses are manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for an upscale meal.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.
FAQs: Portsmouth to Exmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Exmouth 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 Exmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to Exmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Portsmouth to Exmouth covers a distance of 164 km and takes approximately 4h 54m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Portsmouth to Exmouth is 164 km.
The first train from Portsmouth to Exmouth leaves at 0:19.
The last train from Portsmouth to Exmouth departs at 16:29.
Trains from Portsmouth to Exmouth run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Portsmouth to Exmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Portsmouth to Exmouth.
To get from Portsmouth to Exmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth to Exmouth.
The train station in Portsmouth that goes to Exmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), and it arrives at Exmouth station (EXM).
The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Exmouth is by train, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Portsmouth to Exmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Portsmouth to Exmouth offers scenic views, especially as it travels along the south coast, featuring picturesque coastal landscapes, rolling countryside, and charming seaside towns.
A day trip from Portsmouth to Exmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 54m and there are 4 trains per day.
To fully explore Exmouth, including the Ningaloo Reef, Cape Range National Park, and local attractions, plan for a stay of 3 to 5 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Portsmouth to Exmouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Exmouth
Most Portsmouth to Exmouth trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Exmouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Exmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Portsmouth
Arrival train stations in Exmouth
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Exmouth leave from?
Trains from Portsmouth to Exmouth leave from Portsmouth & Southsea. The station is from Portsmouth city centre at Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ.
Portsmouth & SouthseaPortsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
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.
FrattonFratton station, Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AW
City-centre transport
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainPortsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo, Portsmouth Harbour - Eastleigh, Portsmouth Harbour - Southampton Central, Portsmouth & Southsea - Southampton Central, Portsmouth Harbour - Woking, Portsmouth & Southsea - London Waterloo, Portsmouth Harbour - Guildford, Portsmouth Harbour - Winchester, Portsmouth Harbour - Basingstoke, Portsmouth & Southsea - Woking, Portsmouth Harbour - Woolston, Portsmouth & Southsea - Woolston, Portsmouth Harbour - Petersfield, Portsmouth Harbour - Fareham · 3m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
Bus1 · 4m · every ~30 min
13 · 6m · £2 · every ~6 min
Fratton train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Portsmouth HarbourPortsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA
City-centre transport
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Littlehampton - Portsmouth Harbour, Three Bridges - Portsmouth Harbour, Barnham - Portsmouth Harbour, Gatwick Airport - Portsmouth Harbour, Havant - Portsmouth Harbour, Bognor Regis - Portsmouth Harbour · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus1, 2, 8, 3, 7, X4, H1, X5, Pr1 · 6m · £2 · every ~214 min
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Exmouth station do trains from Portsmouth arrive at?
Trains from Portsmouth to Exmouth arrive at Exmouth. Exmouth is 1 km from Exmouth city centre.
ExmouthExmouth station, Imperial Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1BZ+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Exmouth from Exmouth city centre
Exmouth is 1 km from Exmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus99 · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min
97 · 17m · every ~2 min
Exmouth train station facilities and services
Exmouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exmouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exmouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exmouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exmouth: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Exmouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exmouth: 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 the platform. Only one platform in use. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: No.
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