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National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth
Free naval museum in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard covering the Royal Navy story through ships, galleries, and hands-on displays.
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Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Southwick
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Portsmouth to Southwick and enjoy the approximately 60 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:53.
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 60 km |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 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.
Price information
Complete guide to Southwick
Things to do in Southwick
Discover the best of Southwick — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southwick trip today.
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Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery
Museum inside Southsea Castle exploring Portsmouth’s military past, coastal defences, and stories linked to the city’s shoreline.
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Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Museum in Gosport devoted to submarine history, featuring HMS Alliance, Cold War exhibits, and life beneath the sea.
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Southwick Country Park
Large country park beside Southwick village with meadows, woodland, and easy paths, ideal for a relaxed walk close to historic Southwick House.
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Portsdown Hill
Broad downland ridge nearby with panoramic walks and viewpoints over Portsmouth, the Solent, and the South Downs on clear days.
Southwick Conservation Area
Village conservation area with green spaces, mature trees, and historic surroundings that capture Southwick’s traditional character.
- Vegetarian
Sussex Pond Pudding
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside, steamed until rich and fragrant; a classic old Sussex farmhouse dessert.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Brighton Rock
Brighton rock is a hard seaside sugar sweet linked to nearby Brighton, long associated with day trips on the Sussex coast and still a nostalgic local treat.
- Gluten-free
Smoked Sussex Mackerel
Smoked Sussex mackerel reflects the local coast and fishing heritage; oily fish is cured and smoked for a savoury flavour often eaten simply with bread or salad.
Village Tandoori
Popular village Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a relaxed modern setting.
Thai Brasserie
Established local restaurant serving Thai favourites and stir-fries in a casual, dependable setting close to Southwick centre.
The Schooner Inn
Traditional pub by the harbour area serving British pub meals and drinks, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to casual dining.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Accommodation is often cheaper than central Brighton, but dining, coffee and local rail or bus costs are still typical for the region.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Portsmouth to Southwick train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Southwick 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 Southwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Portsmouth to Southwick is 60 km.
The first train from Portsmouth to Southwick leaves at 4:42.
The last train from Portsmouth to Southwick departs at 22:53.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth to Southwick.
The train station in Portsmouth that goes to Southwick is Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), and it arrives at Southwick station (SWK).
Booking trains from Portsmouth to Southwick 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 Southwick offers passengers views of the picturesque Hampshire countryside, including stretches of rolling hills and charming rural settings, making it a scenic route.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Portsmouth to Southwick.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Southwick
Most Portsmouth to Southwick trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Southwick station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Southwick 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 Southwick
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Southwick leave from?
Trains from Portsmouth to Southwick 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.
Which Southwick station do trains from Portsmouth arrive at?
Trains from Portsmouth to Southwick arrive at Southwick. Southwick is from Southwick city centre.
SouthwickSouthwick station, Station Road, Southwick, West Sussex, BN42 4AE
Southwick train station facilities and services
Southwick has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southwick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southwick.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southwick: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Southwick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southwick: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station:Step-free access to platforms via steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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