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 04 Jul

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

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 £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £213.

Fast trains

To travel from Truro to Portsmouth you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:485h58
    Truro
    12:46Portsmouth
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:286h18
    Truro
    17:46Portsmouth
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    12:575h49
    Truro
    18:46Portsmouth
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    15:306h16
    Truro
    21:46Portsmouth
    £2161One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    16:306h15
    Truro
    22:45Portsmouth
    £2161One-way
    2 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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Coach
Flight

£81

Average Price

£59

Average Price

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 24m

Average total duration

5h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 50m

Average total duration

13h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

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3h 0m

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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.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:07 Truro
5h40
12:47 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:54 Truro
5h53
14:47 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:53 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
Great Western Railway (GWR)15:29 Truro
5h18
20:47 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)16:55 Truro
5h57
22:52 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)19:55 Truro
12h49
8:44 Portsmouth2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)22:29 Truro
11h17
9:46 Portsmouth2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Truro to Portsmouth

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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.

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
Flight from £30
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
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
Flight from £30

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.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 52m
Cheapest Price
£226
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 18m
Cheapest Price
£213
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
6 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 £81, while the average price tends to be around £81.
The train journey from Truro to Portsmouth covers a distance of 286 km and takes approximately 5h 54m. Trains run 6 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 6 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 flight, costing approximately £30.
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 54m. 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.

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.

Departure train stations in Truro
Arrival train stations in Portsmouth

Which Truro station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?

Trains from Truro to Portsmouth leave from Truro. The station is 1 km from Truro city centre at Truro station, Station Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3HH.
TruroTruro station, Station Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3HH+44 3451652030WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Truro from Truro city centre

Bus36, 85, 36A, 40, 32A, 14, 18, 87 · 3m · £2 · every ~20 min

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.

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