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Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 280 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:59
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:37 Portsmouth | 5h36 | 16:13 Great Yarmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth
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Trains from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 17:47. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 5h 36m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £43
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 17:47 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £43
FAQs: Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A stay of two to three days in Great Yarmouth is often ideal, allowing you to explore the seaside attractions, enjoy the local museums, and take in the scenic coastal walks.
Booking trains from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth covers a distance of 280 km and takes approximately 5h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth is by coach, costing approximately £43.
The train distance from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth is 280 km.
The train station in Portsmouth that goes to Great Yarmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), and it arrives at Great Yarmouth station (GYM).
The first train from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth leaves at 5:43.
Trains from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth.
The last train from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth departs at 17:47.
To get from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Great Yarmouth
Portsmouth
Great Yarmouth
The major train station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your trip from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
The major train station for arrivals in Great Yarmouth is Great Yarmouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Great Yarmouth for your journey to Great Yarmouth from Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 17:10 Saturday 06:50 - 17:10 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster. Accessible taxis are usually available on the taxi rank at the front of the 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the concourse and open when the station is manned
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on concourse, and by night entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Great Yarmouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
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