Truro to Portsmouth train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Truro to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 24 Mar

Cheapest price

£131

Average price

£131

Fastest journey

6 h 53 m

Average duration

6 h 53 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

286 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Truro to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Truro to Portsmouth will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Truro for Portsmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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.

CrossCountry
11:556h53
Truro
18:48Portsmouth
£1311One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Truro to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Truro to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £427.

Distance: 286 km

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Flight

£130

Average Price

£49

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Cheapest

£427

Average Price

6h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 25m

Average total duration

12h 55m

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30m

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12h 50m

Average total duration

9h 50m

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Live departures

Truro to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Truro to Portsmouth trains for today, Monday 23 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)07:07 Truro
5h40
12:47 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)08:54 Truro
5h53
14:47 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)09:53 Truro
6h56
16:49 Portsmouth2 changes
Cross Country11:55 Truro
5h52
17:47 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:54 Truro
5h53
19:47 Portsmouth2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Truro to Portsmouth

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Trains from Truro to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £129 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 5h 52m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £48
Distance
286 km
Average train duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£129
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
5h 52m
First train
04:10
Last train
22:00
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £48

Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Truro to Portsmouth trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Truro and Portsmouth from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 33m
Cheapest Price
£254
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 53m
Cheapest Price
£215
first_great_western frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Truro to Portsmouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Truro 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Truro to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £129, while the average price tends to be around £130.
The train journey from Truro to Portsmouth covers a distance of 286 km and takes approximately 5h 52m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Truro to Portsmouth is 286 km.
The first train from Truro to Portsmouth leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Truro to Portsmouth departs at 22:00.
Trains from Truro to Portsmouth run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Truro to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Truro to Portsmouth.
To get from Truro to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Truro to Portsmouth.
The train station in Truro that goes to Portsmouth is Truro station (TRU), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from Truro to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £48.
Booking trains from Truro to Portsmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Truro to Portsmouth offers scenic views, especially through the Cornish countryside and along the South West coast, featuring rolling hills, picturesque villages, and coastal landscapes.
A day trip from Truro to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 52m. Trains run 3 times per day.
A visit to Portsmouth typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea Beach.
Yes, you can take the train from Truro to Portsmouth.

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Important Stations and Airports in Truro and Portsmouth

Truro
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Truro is Truro. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Truro for your trip from Truro to Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 20:05 Saturday 06:40 - 19:05 Sunday 09:15 - 19:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
  • 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: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2 & 3
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: P3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Truro
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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