Portsmouth to London train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

12₫

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

30₫

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

1 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

1 h 31 m

Trains on 28 Sept

97

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 30₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 12₫.

Fast trains

On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 97 trains from Portsmouth to London, including 91 direct services.

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.

  • SouthernG26203_C82403
    12:32 PM2h13
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    2:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    12 ₫1One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26228_C82433
    3:32 PM2h13
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    5:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    12 ₫1One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26233_C82437
    4:03 PM2h12
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    6:15 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    12 ₫1One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26245_C82454
    5:32 PM2h13
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    7:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    12 ₫1One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernC82642_C82468
    7:08 PM2h07
    Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    9:15 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    12 ₫1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Portsmouth to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL79831
Delayed
8:42 PM 9:37 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h38
11:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84051
On time
9:52 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h54
11:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
SouthernX08482+South Western RailwayL80306
On time
10:05 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h46
11:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79837
On time
10:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h38
12:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84059 · L80322
On time
10:50 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h08
12:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL80322+SouthernW28114
Delayed
10:35 PM 11:05 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h53
12:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Monday, 28 September
South Western RailwayL83859+SouthernC825054:31 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h44
7:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 change
South Western RailwayL838594:31 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h59
6:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL844704:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h33
7:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795285:13 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h56
7:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838645:23 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h00
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 RailwayL838705:45 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h58
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 RailwayL83885+SouthernC82521_C823496:58 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h17
9:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 change
South Western RailwayL838856:58 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h18
9:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795557:18 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 RailwayL840667:36 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h05
9:41 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL790937:51 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h39
9:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799288:00 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 RailwayL838968:07 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h09
10:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795728:21 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h34
9:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26171_C823638:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
10:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795808:35 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h57
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
SouthernG26179_C823739:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
11:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795989:35 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h49
11:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7994010:00 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 RailwayL7961010:19 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
11:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26187_C8238310:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
12:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7961810:35 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
12:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7994611:00 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 RailwayL7963011:19 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
12:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26195_C8239311:32 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
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 RailwayL7995212:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h09
2:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82572_C8239712:08 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h07
2:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7964912:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
1:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26203_C8240312:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
2:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7965712:35 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h48
2:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799581:00 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 RailwayL796691:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h34
2:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26211_C824131:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
3:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL796771:35 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
3:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799642:00 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 RailwayL796892:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
3:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26219_C824232:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
4:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL796972:35 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
4:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL799703:00 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 RailwayL797093:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h31
4:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26228_C824333:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
5:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797173:35 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
5:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81271 · L839833:46 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h55
5:41 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
SouthernC93289+South Western RailwayL839833:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h44
5:41 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL799764:00 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 RailwayL797294:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h32
5:52 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26237_C824434:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
6:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797374:35 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h49
6:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81283 · L839934:46 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h55
6:41 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
SouthernC93291+South Western RailwayL839934:57 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 RailwayL797495:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h39
6:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26245_C824545:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
7:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797575:35 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h47
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
SouthernG26251_G261406:03 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h11
8:14 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL840076:07 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h06
8:13 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL791036:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h39
7:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26255_C824646:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
8:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797756:36 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h48
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 RailwayL797877:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h31
8:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26262_C824747:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
9:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL797947:36 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h55
9:31 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL844758:00 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 RailwayL798068:20 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h31
9:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26268_C824868:32 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
2h13
10:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL798148:36 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h50
10:26 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL844779:00 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

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Why should you book Portsmouth to London trains with Omio?

Southern as well as South Western Railway 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 Southern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Portsmouth to London.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern 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 South Western Railway 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 70 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 76 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 5₫ if you book in advance.

There are 71 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 24m.

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
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
1h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
5₫
Trains per day
76
Direct trains
71
Fastest train
1h 24m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
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

Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth to London trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth and London from 5₫. 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 24m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
12₫
South Western Railway frequency
62 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 Southern Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Southern Price
5₫
Southern frequency
31 a day
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 5₫ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portsmouth to London is 25₫; 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 24m 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 71 direct trains a day from Portsmouth to London with Southern, South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Portsmouth to London, you can count on Southern, South Western Railway 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 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
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

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

Departure train stations in Portsmouth
Arrival train stations in London

Which Portsmouth station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Portsmouth to London leave from Portsmouth & Southsea. The station is from Portsmouth city centre at Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ.
Portsmouth & SouthseaPortsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.

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.

Portsmouth HarbourPortsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PAWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre

Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Littlehampton - Portsmouth Harbour, Three Bridges - Portsmouth Harbour, Barnham - Portsmouth Harbour, Gatwick Airport - Portsmouth Harbour, Havant - Portsmouth Harbour, Bognor Regis - Portsmouth Harbour · 3m · 1₫ · every ~4 min
Bus1, 2, 8, 3, 7, X4, H1, X5, Pr1 · 6m · 2₫ · every ~214 min

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.

FrattonFratton station, Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AWWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre

Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainPortsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo, Portsmouth Harbour - Eastleigh, Portsmouth Harbour - Southampton Central, Portsmouth & Southsea - Southampton Central, Portsmouth Harbour - Woking, Portsmouth & Southsea - London Waterloo, Portsmouth Harbour - Guildford, Portsmouth Harbour - Winchester, Portsmouth Harbour - Basingstoke, Portsmouth & Southsea - Woking, Portsmouth Harbour - Woolston, Portsmouth & Southsea - Woolston, Portsmouth Harbour - Petersfield, Portsmouth Harbour - Fareham · 3m · 1₫ · every ~10 min
Bus1 · 4m · every ~30 min
13 · 6m · 2₫ · every ~6 min

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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