The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Petersfield
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Petersfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Petersfield will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 4 trains that leave Portsmouth for Petersfield 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 25 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
15:370h31Portsmouth16:08Petersfield£81One-way0 changes
9:370h31Portsmouth10:08Petersfield£121One-way0 changes
8:370h31Portsmouth9:08Petersfield£131One-way0 changes
9:510h26Portsmouth10:17Petersfield£131One-way0 changes
9:510h26Portsmouth10:17Petersfield£131One-way0 changes
9:370h31Portsmouth10:08Petersfield£121One-way0 changes
8:370h31Portsmouth9:08Petersfield£131One-way0 changes
15:370h31Portsmouth16:08Petersfield£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Petersfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Petersfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Petersfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Petersfield trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:37 Portsmouth | 0h33 | 9:10 Petersfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:37 Portsmouth | 0h32 | 17:09 Petersfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:20 Portsmouth | 0h27 | 17:47 Petersfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Petersfield
Trains from Portsmouth to Petersfield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 26m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth to Petersfield trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth and Petersfield from £6. 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 Petersfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Petersfield 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 Petersfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Petersfield
Most Portsmouth to Petersfield trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Petersfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Petersfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Petersfield leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
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.
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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 Petersfield station do trains from Portsmouth arrive at?
Getting to Petersfield from Petersfield city centre
Petersfield train station facilities and services
Petersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Petersfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Petersfield. ATMs are available at Petersfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Petersfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Petersfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Petersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Petersfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Petersfield is accessible to wheelchair users via level access at the London end of both platforms. Step free interchange is possible via a level crossing at the London end of the 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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