The cheapest and fastest trains from Truro to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£213
Average price
£223
Fastest journey
5 h 49 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
286 km
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 £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £213.
To travel from Truro to Portsmouth you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:485h58Truro12:46Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
11:286h18Truro17:46Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
12:575h49Truro18:46Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
15:306h16Truro21:46Portsmouth£2161One-way2 changes
16:306h15Truro22:45Portsmouth£2161One-way2 changes
12:575h49Truro18:46Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
6:485h58Truro12:46Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
16:306h15Truro22:45Portsmouth£2161One-way2 changes
15:306h16Truro21:46Portsmouth£2161One-way2 changes
11:286h18Truro17:46Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Truro to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Truro to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 286 km
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£81 Average Price | £59 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration 13h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Truro to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Truro to Portsmouth trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:07 Truro | 5h40 | 12:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:54 Truro | 5h53 | 14:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:53 Truro | 6h56 | 16:49 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:55 Truro | 5h52 | 17:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:54 Truro | 5h53 | 19:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:29 Truro | 5h18 | 20:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:55 Truro | 5h57 | 22:52 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:55 Truro | 12h49 | 8:44 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:29 Truro | 11h17 | 9:46 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Truro to Portsmouth
Trains from Truro to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Truro to Portsmouth trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Truro and Portsmouth from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Truro and Portsmouth
Most Truro to Portsmouth trains use the Truro to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare Truro and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Truro station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?
Getting to Truro from Truro city centre
Truro train station facilities and services
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: 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.
Which Portsmouth station do trains from Truro 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 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.
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.
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