London to Portsmouth train with South Western Railway

Sat, Sep 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Portsmouth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05

Cheapest price on Sep 05

€8

Average ticket price on Sep 05

€37

Fastest journey on Sep 05

1 h 27 m

Average journey duration on Sep 05

1 h 27 m

Trains on Sep 05

120

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Portsmouth will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 05, we found 120 trains from London to Portsmouth, including 92 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .

On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 1 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.

  • SouthernG88099 · G26989
    2:16 PM2h34
    London Victoria (VIC)
    4:50 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    €81One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernG88045 · G26981
    8:46 AM3h04
    London Victoria (VIC)
    11:50 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernC83045 · G26980
    8:16 AM2h34
    London Victoria (VIC)
    10:50 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernG88085 · G26987
    12:46 PM3h04
    London Victoria (VIC)
    3:50 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    €161One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL79665
    2:30 PM1h27
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    3:57 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 104 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

€31

Average price

€15

Average price

Cheapest

€37

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 3m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 41m

Average total duration

3h 11m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

South Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Portsmouth is a bus with an average price of €15.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Portsmouth:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Portsmouth costing on average €31.

The fastest way to travel from London to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 3m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

London to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Portsmouth trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwayL839714:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h02
6:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL797145:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h31
6:31 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL81601 · L79724
On time
5:02 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h03
7:05 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80302 · L79968
On time
5:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h10
7:15 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
SouthernG27896+South Western RailwayL81497 · L79734
On time
5:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h23
7:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		2 transfers
South Western RailwayL79968
On time
5:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h06
7:15 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79095
On time
5:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
7:26 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79724
On time
5:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h35
7:05 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL83759 · L79974
On time
5:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h45
8:15 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
SouthernG27109+South Western RailwayL85016 · L79744
On time
5:31 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h32
8:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		2 transfers
South Western RailwayL81603 · L79734
On time
5:32 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h57
7:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81791 · L797445:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h30
8:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernG27900+South Western RailwayL85016 · L79744
On time
5:37 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
8:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		2 transfers
South Western RailwayL791005:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h01
7:46 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79734
On time
6:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
7:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79974
On time
6:07 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
8:15 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79974 · L79744
On time
6:07 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h56
8:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81068 · L797546:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h21
8:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL797446:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h33
8:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL791026:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
8:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79102 · L797546:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h45
8:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernG26455 · C93297
On time
6:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)
4h47
11:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81515 · L79764
On time
6:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h14
9:04 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL797547:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
8:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799807:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h06
9:15 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL85018 · L79764
On time
7:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
9:04 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79764
On time
7:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
9:04 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL81825 · L797827:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h25
9:58 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81825 · L799987:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h48
12:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernO11458+South Western RailwayL84002 · L79772
On time
7:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h08
9:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		2 transfers
South Western RailwayL79772
On time
8:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
9:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799868:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
10:17 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79986 · L797828:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
9:58 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL82181 · L79998
On time
8:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h09
12:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
SouthernG26465 · C93297
On time
8:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
3h17
11:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
SouthernG26465+South Western RailwayL84011 · L797918:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h28
10:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL797828:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h28
9:58 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL84011 · L797918:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
10:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernG26469 · C93297
On time
8:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h47
11:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81539 · L79801
On time
8:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h12
11:02 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81098 · L79811
On time
8:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h50
11:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81098 · L79998
On time
8:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h28
12:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL797919:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h44
10:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799929:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
11:17 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79801
On time
9:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h32
11:02 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL84023 · L79811
On time
9:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h58
11:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
SouthernG26478+South Western RailwayL79998 · L79818
On time
9:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h18
12:04 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		2 transfers
South Western RailwayL80855 · L799989:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h33
12:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79811
On time
10:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h43
11:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7999810:08 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h13
12:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79818
On time
10:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h34
12:04 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL80873 · L84035
On time
10:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
12:52 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
SouthernG88537+South Western RailwayL84035
On time
10:50 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h02
12:52 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL84035
On time
11:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h52
12:52 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL84040
On time
11:32 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h49
1:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL838515:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h53
7:38 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL844676:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h31
9:13 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL838576:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h02
8:47 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79316 · L795367:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h47
8:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernG27545+South Western RailwayL83868 · L795437:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h18
9:29 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL795367:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
8:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL795438:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
9:29 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799158:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
10:13 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC83045 · G269808:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h34
10:50 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL795498:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
9:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL838798:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h00
10:45 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG88045 · G269818:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
3h04
11:50 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL795609:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
10:30 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26166
On time
9:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
11:16 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799219:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
11:13 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL795689:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
10:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL81657 · L838909:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h11
11:44 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernG26169
On time
9:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
11:38 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL838909:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
11:44 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7957810:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
11:30 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26175
On time
10:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
12:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7992710:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
12:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG88059 · G2698310:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h34
12:50 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7958810:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
11:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26177
On time
10:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
12:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8390110:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
12:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7959611:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
12:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL81682+SouthernG26185
On time
11:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h35
1:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81682 · L7961611:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h27
1:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
SouthernG26183
On time
11:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
1:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7993311:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
1:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7960611:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
12:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26185
On time
11:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
1:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8391211:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
1:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79367 · L7961611:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h40
1:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7961612:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
1:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26191
On time
12:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
2:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7993912:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
2:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7962612:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
1:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26193
On time
12:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h04
2:39 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL80121 · L7963612:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h55
2:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL8392412:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
2:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG88085 · G2698712:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)
3h04
3:50 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79378 · L7963612:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h40
2:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL796361:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h30
2:30 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG261991:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
3:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799451:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
3:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79385 · L796451:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
2:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL796451:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
2:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26201
On time
1:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h04
3:39 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL839361:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
3:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL796552:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
3:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26207
On time
2:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
4:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL80275 · L799512:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h08
4:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL799512:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
4:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG88099 · G269892:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h34
4:50 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL796652:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
3:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26209
On time
2:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
4:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL839482:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h00
4:45 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL83948 · L796752:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h44
4:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79401 · L796752:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h39
4:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL796753:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
4:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26215
On time
3:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
5:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799573:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
5:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL796853:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
4:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26217
On time
3:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
5:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL80149 · L796953:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h54
5:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL839603:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h59
5:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL796954:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h29
5:29 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26223
On time
4:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h11
6:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799634:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h04
6:13 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79418 · L797054:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h37
5:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL797054:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
5:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26226
On time
4:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
6:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)		0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Portsmouth

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Trains from London to Portsmouth run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.

There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 29m.

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
Bus from €11
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Trains per day
39
Direct trains
28
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
70 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
Bus from €11

Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London to Portsmouth trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London and Portsmouth from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€13
South Western Railway frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Learn more about South Western Railway

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Southern Price
€12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Southern

FAQs: Trains from London to Portsmouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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
Cheap train tickets from London to Portsmouth can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Portsmouth is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Portsmouth is 1h 29m to travel the 104 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Portsmouth leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Portsmouth leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 28 direct trains a day from London to Portsmouth with South Western Railway, Southern, Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Portsmouth, you can count on South Western Railway, Southern, Southern for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Portsmouth from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Portsmouth is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Portsmouth

Most London to Portsmouth trains use the London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare London and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Portsmouth

Which London station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?

Trains from London to Portsmouth leave from London Waterloo. The station is 1 km from London city centre at London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · €1 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about London Waterloo
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · €2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · €2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · €2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · €2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · €4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · €1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · €2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about London Victoria
Clapham JunctionClapham Junction station, St John's Hill, Clapham, Greater London, SW11 2QPShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre

Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Arundel, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Balham · 7m · €2 · every ~38 min
London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Balham, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Arundel · 7m · €2 · every ~38 min
London Waterloo - Southampton Central, London Waterloo - Poole, London Waterloo - Bournemouth, London Waterloo - Dorking, London Waterloo - Guildford, London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids, London Waterloo - Salisbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction, London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo - Woking, London Waterloo - Weymouth, London Waterloo - Farnham, London Waterloo - Reading, London Waterloo - Epsom, London Waterloo - Shepperton, London Waterloo - Hampton Court, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - Strawberry Hill, London Waterloo - Twickenham, London Waterloo - Basingstoke, London Waterloo - Chessington South, London Waterloo - Alton, London Waterloo - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Waterloo - Gillingham, London Waterloo - Westbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Pen Mill, London Waterloo - Haslemere, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Fareham, London Waterloo - Honiton, London Waterloo - Frome, London Waterloo - Fratton, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Havant, London Waterloo - Petersfield, London Waterloo - Andover, London Waterloo - Hampton Wick, London Waterloo - Eastleigh, London Waterloo - Winchester, London Waterloo - Wimbledon, London Waterloo - Surbiton, London Waterloo - Southampton Airport Parkway, London Waterloo - Templecombe · 8m · €2 · every ~47 min
Dalston Junction - Clapham Junction · 40m · €11 · every ~8 min
BusN87 · 15m · €25 · every ~5 min
N19 · 22m · €2 · every ~2 min
344 · 47m · €2 · every ~30 min
N31 · 55m · €5 · every ~2 min

Clapham Junction train station facilities and services

Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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: Yes.

More about Clapham Junction

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