The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Portsmouth for Kingston upon Thames every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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 to Kingston upon Thames train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:20 Portsmouth | 2h05 | 18:25 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 05:48 Portsmouth | 2h28 | 08:16 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:51 Portsmouth | 2h25 | 08:16 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames
Trains from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 00:18 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth and Kingston upon Thames from £14. 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 to Kingston upon Thames train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Kingston upon Thames
- 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 - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:30 Saturday 06:40 - 20:30 Sunday 08:30 - 18:00
- Car Park: No
- 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 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; 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: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One on each platform
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Cromwell Road (A308) Bus Station Stand A4
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category C station - This station does not have step-free access. 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Kingston Road (A240) Bus Stop A outside station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:25 Saturday 07:10 - 20:25 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1. Waiting room is heated. Seating is compliant with code of practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of Station off Coombe Road (A238)
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