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Compare train for Portsmouth to Wales
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €86.
Distance: 283 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€154 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Wales
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Trains from Portsmouth to Wales run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €86 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 11:01. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 5h 35m.
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 €30
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €86 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 11:01 |
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 €30
Train companies: first_great_western from Portsmouth to Wales trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and Wales from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
€118
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth to Wales
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Wales can start from as little as €86 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portsmouth to Wales is €154; 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 Portsmouth to Wales is 5h 35m to travel the 283 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 Portsmouth to Wales leaves at 6:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Portsmouth to Wales leaves at 11:01 AM.
There are 13 trains a day from Portsmouth to Wales which require at least one change with first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Portsmouth to Wales, you can count on first_great_western for the best way to get you to Wales. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and Wales and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Wales from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Portsmouth to Wales is May.
Yes, you can take a train between Portsmouth and Wales.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portsmouth to Wales
Portsmouth
Wales
Portsmouth & Southsea
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Portsmouth Harbour
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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