Portsmouth to St Albans train

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  • SouthernC93259 · G26440+ThameslinkW45794
    14:143h26
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    17:40St Albans City (SAC)
    £231One-way
    2 changes
  • SouthernC82594_C82419+ThameslinkW45773
    14:053h05
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    17:10St Albans City (SAC)
    £231One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernC82604_C82429+ThameslinkW45810
    15:053h05
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    18:10St Albans City (SAC)
    £231One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernC93265 · G26447+ThameslinkW45796
    15:143h26
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    18:40St Albans City (SAC)
    £231One-way
    2 changes
  • SouthernC93229 · G26398+ThameslinkW45785
    8:143h26
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    11:40St Albans City (SAC)
    £231One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Portsmouth to St Albans train times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to St Albans trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernC93229 · G26398+ThameslinkW457858:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
11:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79584+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW457858:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
11:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79584 · L81416+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkC027568:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h50
11:27 St Albans City (SAC)3 changes
South Western RailwayL79584+London OvergroundG07181+ThameslinkC027568:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h50
11:27 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83903+ThameslinkW45456+London OvergroundG071878:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
11:57 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82544_C82369+ThameslinkW457559:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
12:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93235 · G26405+ThameslinkW458039:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
12:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79602+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW458039:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
12:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79602+ThameslinkC02701+London OvergroundG071929:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h50
12:27 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79602 · L81428+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkC027019:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h50
12:27 St Albans City (SAC)3 changes
South Western RailwayL83914+ThameslinkW45449+London OvergroundG071999:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
12:57 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82554_C82379+ThameslinkW4579110:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
13:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93240 · G26412+ThameslinkW4577210:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
13:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79622+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW4577210:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
13:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79622+ThameslinkW45791+London OvergroundG0720210:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
13:10 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83926+ThameslinkW45772+London OvergroundG0720710:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h48
13:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82564_C82389+ThameslinkW4576011:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
14:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93245 · G26419+ThameslinkW4577111:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
14:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79641+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW4577111:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
14:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79641+ThameslinkW45760+London OvergroundG0721511:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
14:10 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83938+ThameslinkW45771+London OvergroundG0721911:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h48
14:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82574_C82399+ThameslinkW4576612:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
15:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93249 · G26426+ThameslinkW4580012:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
15:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79661+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW4580012:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
15:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79661+London OvergroundG07225+ThameslinkW4576612:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
15:10 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83950+London OvergroundG07233+ThameslinkW4580012:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h48
15:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82584_C82409+ThameslinkW4578313:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
16:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93255 · G26433+ThameslinkW4578813:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
16:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79681+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW4578813:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
16:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79681+London OvergroundP02521+ThameslinkW4578313:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
16:10 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83962+London OvergroundG07244+ThameslinkW4578813:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h48
16:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82594_C82419+ThameslinkW4577314:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
17:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93259 · G26440+ThameslinkW4579414:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
17:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79701+London OvergroundG07250+ThameslinkW4577314:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
17:10 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79701+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW4579414:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
17:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83974+London OvergroundG07257+ThameslinkW4579414:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h48
17:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
SouthernC82604_C82429+ThameslinkW4581015:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h05
18:10 St Albans City (SAC)1 change
SouthernC93265 · G26447+ThameslinkW4579615:14 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
3h26
18:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79721+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW4579615:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
3h03
18:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL79721+London OvergroundG07263+ThameslinkW4581015:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
18:10 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes
South Western RailwayL83984+London OvergroundG07268+ThameslinkW4579615:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h48
18:40 St Albans City (SAC)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Portsmouth to St Albans

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Trains from Portsmouth to St Albans run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:59, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 46m.

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
118 km
Average train duration
2h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
1:59
Last train
21:12
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
3 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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Complete guide to St Albans

Things to do in St Albans

Discover the best of St Albans — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Albans trip today.

  • Must visit

Verulamium Museum

Museum beside the Roman ruins with mosaics, wall plaster and everyday objects. It gives an excellent introduction to Roman Verulamium.

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  • Recommended

St Albans Museum + Gallery

City museum in the old Town Hall covering local history, art and changing exhibitions. A strong starting point for understanding St Albans.

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  • Recommended

de Havilland Aircraft Museum

Collections of aircraft, vehicles and military objects at London Colney. A specialist museum that appeals to visitors interested in transport and aviation.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for southern England: lodging and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses and many casual eateries keep day-to-day visitor costs manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Portsmouth to St Albans train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to St Albans 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 St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Portsmouth to St Albans covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 2h 46m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Portsmouth to St Albans is 118 km.
The first train from Portsmouth to St Albans leaves at 1:59.
The last train from Portsmouth to St Albans departs at 21:12.
Trains from Portsmouth to St Albans run approximately 6 times per day.
To travel from Portsmouth to St Albans, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth to St Albans.
The train station in Portsmouth that goes to St Albans is Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to St Albans is by train, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Portsmouth to St Albans 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 St Albans offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the South Downs National Park, quaint towns, and countryside landscapes, providing a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Portsmouth to St Albans is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 46m. However, there are 6 train journeys available per day over a distance of 118 km.
Two to three days in St Albans is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as the St Albans Cathedral, Verulamium Park, and the Roman Theatre, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Portsmouth to St Albans.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and St Albans

Most Portsmouth to St Albans trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to St Albans City station pair, with some services arriving at St Albans Abbey. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and St Albans 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 St Albans

Which Portsmouth station do trains to St Albans leave from?

Trains from Portsmouth to St Albans 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 1EQWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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.

More about Portsmouth & Southsea
FrattonFratton station, Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AWWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

More about Fratton
Portsmouth HarbourPortsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PAWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
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.

More about Portsmouth Harbour

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