How to get to Leamington Spa from Portsmouth

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Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Leamington Spa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £92.

Distance: 170 km

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£92

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£33

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3h 58m

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Compare ways to travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa

Compare the available ways to get from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa is a coach with an average price of £44.

This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa:

A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa costing on average £92.

The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Leamington Spa take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Leamington Spa including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £92 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£58. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa

How to get to Leamington Spa from Portsmouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Leamington Spa by train

The most popular day trips by train from Leamington Spa are Birmingham, Coventry, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leamington Spa on Omio.

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Day trip from Leamington Spa to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

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Day trip from Leamington Spa to Coventry by train

Why visit Coventry for the day?

Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.

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Day trip from Leamington Spa to Oxford by train

Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

A view of Stratford-upon-Avon

Day trip from Leamington Spa to Stratford-upon-Avon by train

Why visit Stratford-upon-Avon for the day?

Stratford-upon-Avon is best known as Shakespeare’s birthplace, with Tudor streets and a strong theatre scene. Its riverside setting and historic centre give the town a cultured, easy-paced feel.

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FAQs: Portsmouth to Leamington Spa

Travel to Leamington Spa easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa.

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There are 2 options to travel between Portsmouth and Leamington Spa including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa is a coach with an average price of £44.

This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa:

A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa costing on average £92.

The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Leamington Spa take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 58m.

The Portsmouth to Leamington Spa distance is approximately 170 km.
The average frequency per day from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Portsmouth and Leamington Spa as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa:
  • Trains mostly depart from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and arrive in Leamington Spa station (LMS).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) and arrive in Leamington Spa, Hamilton Terrace.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with South Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Leamington Spa by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Leamington Spa by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Marylebone (MYB), Birmingham, Birmingham Moor Street (BMO), Oxford station (OXF). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leamington Spa and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Portsmouth to Leamington Spa, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Leamington Spa can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to enjoy its beautiful parks, historic architecture, and local attractions such as the Royal Pump Rooms and Jephson Gardens.

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