The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Portsmouth will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Portsmouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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.
10:224h28Swansea14:50Portsmouth£831One-way0 changes
18:184h34Swansea22:52Portsmouth£921One-way0 changes
12:224h57Swansea17:19Portsmouth£921One-way0 changes
10:224h28Swansea14:50Portsmouth£831One-way0 changes
18:184h34Swansea22:52Portsmouth£921One-way0 changes
12:224h57Swansea17:19Portsmouth£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 219 km
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£93 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Portsmouth trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:22 Swansea | 4h28 | 15:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 10:22 Swansea | 4h28 | 14:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Portsmouth by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Portsmouth
Trains from Swansea to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 3:46 |
Last train 21:04 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Portsmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Portsmouth from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Portsmouth 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Portsmouth
Most Swansea to Portsmouth trains use the Swansea to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Fratton. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Portsmouth station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
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.
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