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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£14
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
41 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
42 m
Trains on 20 Oct
25
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 25 trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.
G1500813:050h42Southampton Central (SOU)13:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes- G1500612:050h42Southampton Central (SOU)12:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes
L8122913:280h59Southampton Central (SOU)14:27Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes- L8121712:280h59Southampton Central (SOU)13:27Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes
G88635+L7993813:200h53Southampton Central (SOU)14:13Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way1 change
- W349617:420h41Southampton Central (SOU)8:23Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£161One-way0 changes
- G1500813:050h42Southampton Central (SOU)13:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes
- G1500612:050h42Southampton Central (SOU)12:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes
- G1501517:050h42Southampton Central (SOU)17:47Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£121One-way0 changes
- W349576:490h42Southampton Central (SOU)7:31Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)£161One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 40m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 21:44 |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G88662+L79956 | 16:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 17:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81265 | On time 16:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h01 | 17:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88666+L84474 | On time 16:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 17:42 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| G15015 | On time 17:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 17:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88670+L79962 | On time 17:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 18:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81277 | 17:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h01 | 18:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15017 | On time 18:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 18:49 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88678+L79968 | On time 18:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h55 | 19:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81290 | On time 18:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 19:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15019 | On time 19:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h43 | 19:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88686+L79974 | On time 19:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h55 | 20:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81303 | On time 19:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 20:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35025 | On time 20:07 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h41 | 20:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88695+L79980 | On time 20:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h55 | 21:15 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81315 | 20:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 21:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15022 | On time 21:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 21:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88701+L79986 | On time 21:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h57 | 22:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81327 | On time 21:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 22:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15025 | On time 22:08 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h44 | 22:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88707+L79992 | On time 22:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h57 | 23:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81343 | On time 22:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h58 | 23:42 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35045 | On time 23:09 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h39 | 23:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
| G88553+L84457 | 5:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h54 | 6:43 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| G88557+L84458 | 6:18 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 7:11 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81152 | 6:23 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h00 | 7:23 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34957 | 6:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 7:31 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88565+L84462 | 7:19 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 8:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81160 | 7:23 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h57 | 8:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34961 | 7:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h41 | 8:23 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88576+L84466 | 8:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 9:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81171 | 8:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 9:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15001 | 9:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h43 | 9:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88588+L79914 | 9:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 10:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81181 | 9:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 10:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15003 | 10:06 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 10:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15006 | 12:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 12:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88624+L79932 | 12:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 13:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81217 | 12:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 13:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15008 | 13:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 13:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88635+L79938 | 13:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 14:13 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 change | |
| L81229 | 13:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h59 | 14:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains use the Southampton Central to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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