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Chiswick House
Historic house museum with elegant interiors, fine paintings and riverside grounds. A rewarding cultural visit within easy reach.
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Take a train from Portsmouth to West Drayton and enjoy the approximately 89 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 02:49, the last at 21:47.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 2:49 |
Last train 21:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of West Drayton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect West Drayton trip today.
Historic house museum with elegant interiors, fine paintings and riverside grounds. A rewarding cultural visit within easy reach.
Aviation museum at Heathrow with a preserved control tower, aircraft displays and local stories from the airport's past.
Small military museum at Battle of Britain Bunker with displays on RAF operations and the wider air defence story.
Large formal park by the Thames with broad avenues, gardens, deer and long riverside walks. Ideal for a scenic day out.
Extensive country park with lakes, woodland trails and open meadows. Popular for walking, birdwatching and fresh air near town.
Waterside route through West Drayton and nearby villages, with locks, boats and easy walking along the Grand Union Canal.
A classic English breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple morning meal across Greater London and the Home Counties.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday meal widely eaten in West London pubs and homes.
Battered cod with chips, often served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. This is one of Britain’s best-known everyday meals and a local takeaway favourite.
Modern Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and a smart but relaxed setting. A dependable local choice for dine-in meals near the centre.
Contemporary pub by the canal serving British mains, burgers and Sunday roasts in a relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Established local pub with classic British comfort food and drinks. Good for casual meals in a traditional setting.
Moderate for Greater London. Hotels near Heathrow raise costs, but local dining and rail links are cheaper than central London.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés: no obligation, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to West Drayton 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 West Drayton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portsmouth to West Drayton trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to West Drayton station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and West Drayton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
West Drayton is 1 km from West Drayton city centre. Public transport options include:
West Drayton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at West Drayton.
Ticket office support is available at West Drayton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Drayton: Parking, WC.
Available at West Drayton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Drayton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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