Portsmouth to London train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to London

Showing times and prices for 04 Jun

Cheapest price

$15

Average price

$38

Fastest journey

1 h 31 m

Average duration

1 h 31 m

Trains per day

95

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to London will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $15.

Fast trains

Of the 95 trains that leave Portsmouth for London every day 91 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.

  • SouthernC82592_C82417
    2:08 PM2h07
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    4:15 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $151One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26254_C82464
    6:33 PM2h12
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    8:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $151One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26261_C82474
    7:33 PM2h12
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    9:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $151One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26267_C82486
    8:33 PM2h12
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    10:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $151One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernC82652_C82479
    8:08 PM2h07
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    10:15 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to London

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 104 km

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Most popular
Coach

$33

Average Price

$18

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Cheapest

2h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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South Western Railway

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

Live departures

Portsmouth to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London trains for today, Wednesday, 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL79554
On time
7:18 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h36
8:54 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82528_C823547:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
9:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84066
On time
7:36 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h05
9:41 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL790947:51 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h39
9:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79928
On time
8:00 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h11
10:11 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26167_C823588:03 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
10:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83896
On time
8:07 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h09
10:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79573
On time
8:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h34
9:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26170_C823638:33 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
10:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795818:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h55
10:32 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799349:00 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
11:04 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82542_C823679:08 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
11:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795929:19 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
10:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26178_C823739:33 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
11:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795999:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
11:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79940
On time
10:00 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
12:06 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82552_C8237710:08 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
12:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79611
On time
10:19 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
11:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26186_C8238310:33 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
12:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79619
On time
10:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h45
12:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79946
On time
11:00 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
1:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82562_C8238711:08 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
1:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7963111:19 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
12:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26194_C8239311:33 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
1:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7963811:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h46
1:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79952
On time
12:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h05
2:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82572_C8239712:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
2:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7965012:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
1:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26202_C8240312:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
2:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7965812:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h46
2:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79958
On time
1:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
3:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82582_C824071:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
3:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79670
On time
1:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h34
2:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26210_C824131:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
3:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79678
On time
1:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h45
3:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79964
On time
2:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
4:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82592_C824172:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
4:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79690
On time
2:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
3:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26218_C824232:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
4:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79698
On time
2:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h45
4:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79970
On time
3:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
5:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26224_C824273:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
5:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79710
On time
3:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h31
4:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26227_C824333:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
5:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79718
On time
3:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h45
5:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC93289+South Western RailwayL83983
On time
3:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h44
5:41 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79976
On time
4:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
6:06 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26233_C824374:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
6:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL839884:07 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
6:13 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79730
On time
4:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
5:52 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26236_C824434:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
6:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79738
On time
4:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
6:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC93291+South Western RailwayL83993
On time
4:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h44
6:41 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL799825:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
7:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82622_C824485:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h11
7:14 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL839985:07 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
7:13 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797505:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h39
6:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26244_C824545:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
7:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797585:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h45
7:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799886:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h04
8:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26250_G261406:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h11
8:14 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84007
On time
6:07 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
8:13 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL791046:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h39
7:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26254_C824646:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
8:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797766:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h46
8:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799947:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h05
9:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82642_C824687:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
9:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79788
On time
7:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h31
8:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26261_C824747:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
9:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79795
On time
7:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h53
9:31 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84475
On time
8:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h32
10:32 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82652_C824798:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
10:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79807
On time
8:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h31
9:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26267_C824868:33 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
10:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL798158:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h50
10:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84477
On time
9:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h32
11:32 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82659_C824909:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
11:14 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79829
On time
9:38 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h42
11:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84055
On time
10:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h02
12:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
Thursday, 4 June
South Western RailwayL838594:35 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h55
6:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83859+SouthernC825054:35 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h40
7:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 change
South Western RailwayL844694:59 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h31
7:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795295:17 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h52
7:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838655:28 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h55
7:23 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82508_C823365:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
7:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838715:50 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h53
7:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799165:55 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h11
8:06 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82511_C823406:08 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
8:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795386:15 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h38
7:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799196:28 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h08
8:36 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26156_C823446:33 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h12
8:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795456:44 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h43
8:27 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799226:55 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
9:08 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838856:58 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h18
9:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83885+SouthernC82521_C823496:58 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h17
9:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 change

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Why should you book Portsmouth to London trains with Omio?

South Western Railway as well as Southern offer trains services from Portsmouth to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Portsmouth to London.

Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Portsmouth to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Portsmouth to London.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Portsmouth to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Portsmouth to London.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Portsmouth to London?

The best time to book your train from Portsmouth to London is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Portsmouth to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Portsmouth to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Portsmouth to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Portsmouth to London

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Trains from Portsmouth to London run on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $7 by coach.

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 31m.

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
Coach from $7
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
2h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$18
Trains per day
30
Direct trains
28
Fastest train
1h 31m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
42 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
Coach from $7

Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth to London trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth and London from $7. 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 Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
$18
South Western Railway frequency
50 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

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 Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
$20
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

FAQs: Portsmouth to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to London can start from as little as $18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portsmouth to London is $33; 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 London is 1h 31m 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 Portsmouth to London leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Portsmouth to London leaves at 11:57 pm.
Yes, there are 28 direct trains a day from Portsmouth to London with South Western Railway, Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Portsmouth to London, you can count on South Western Railway, Southern for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Portsmouth is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 31m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Portsmouth to London is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and London including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and London

Portsmouth
London
The major train station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your trip from Portsmouth to London.
Portsmouth & SouthseaWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Concourse and car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Portsmouth HarbourWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
FrattonWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
  • 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Fratton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.

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