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Royal Pavilion
Museum in a former royal residence, known for decorated interiors and displays on palace life and Regency Brighton.
Trains from Worthing to Portslade run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 13m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Museum in a former royal residence, known for decorated interiors and displays on palace life and Regency Brighton.
Independent museum and gallery with visual art, live events, and local heritage displays in nearby Hove.
Contemporary art gallery in Brighton with changing exhibitions by established and emerging artists.
Seafront park with open lawns, gardens, sports space, and direct beach access for easy coastal walks.
Large urban park with sports facilities, miniature railway, gardens, and broad paths popular with local walkers.
Historic village core with flint buildings, churchyard paths, and a quieter feel than the nearby seafront districts.
Smoked herring, usually grilled or kippered. Long linked to Sussex fishing communities and still a classic local breakfast or supper.
A Sussex pub staple of steak, kidney and rich gravy baked under pastry. Traditional comfort food found across the county.
A rich suet pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside. A historic Sussex dessert with a distinctive sweet-sharp flavour.
Popular neighbourhood Indian restaurant in Portslade, known for classic curries, friendly service and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Stylish Hove restaurant serving modern British dishes with seasonal ingredients in a polished but relaxed dining room.
Well-known pub near Portslade serving British mains, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional, welcoming setting.
Moderate for southern England. Rooms and meals cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual dining are still manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually get small change, but it is optional.
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Portslade station -> Brighton station
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worthing to Portslade 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 Portslade, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Worthing to Portslade trains use the West Worthing to Portslade station pair, with some services arriving at Fishersgate. Use this guide to compare Worthing and Portslade train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Fishersgate is 1 km from Portslade city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Fishersgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fishersgate: Parking.
Available at Fishersgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fishersgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or long step-free route via street (700m). Platform has restricted width which may hinder use of train to platform ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is at the Help Point, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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