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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Portsmouth
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €51
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €54
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 2 h 24 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 2 h 25 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 6
- Distance
- 128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 6 trains from Bristol to Portsmouth, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
G1500610:21 AM 2h26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 12:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €51 1 One-way 0 transfers- W34974
9:23 AM 2h24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 11:47 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €51 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15010
12:22 PM 2h25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 2:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €55 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15008
11:22 AM 2h25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 1:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €55 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15003
8:21 AM 2h27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 10:48 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €55 1 One-way 0 transfers
- W34974
9:23 AM 2h24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 11:47 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €51 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15010
12:22 PM 2h25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 2:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €55 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15008
11:22 AM 2h25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 1:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €55 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15006
10:21 AM 2h26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 12:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €51 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15003
8:21 AM 2h27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 10:48 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) €55 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Portsmouth
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Trains from Bristol to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 3:41 AM |
Last train 10:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Bristol to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Portsmouth trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C00669+ L79335 · L79918 | On time 7:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h28 | 11:13 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 transfers | |
| W34968 | On time 9:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h25 | 11:47 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34973 | On time 10:15 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h32 | 12:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34979 | On time 11:15 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h32 | 1:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C05988 · C00850 | On time 11:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 2:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 transfer | |
C33109 · C48490+ W29782+L79948 | Delayed 12:03 PM 11:31 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h42 | 4:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
| C00850 | On time 12:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h32 | 2:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34991 | On time 1:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h32 | 3:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35439 · C48500+G01078+L79960 | Delayed 2:01 PM 1:31 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h42 | 6:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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
Popular train stations from Bristol to Portsmouth
Most Bristol to Portsmouth trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Lawrence Hill from Bristol city centre
Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Lawrence Hill train station facilities and services
Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.
Which Portsmouth station do trains from Bristol 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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