Birmingham to Portsmouth train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest

$96

Average

$112

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

07:21AM4h22

Birmingham

11:43AMPortsmouth

$961One-way

0 transfers

03:15PM4h49

Birmingham

08:04PMPortsmouth

$971One-way

0 transfers

10:11PM8h05

Birmingham

06:16AMPortsmouth

$1041One-way

0 transfers

07:15AM4h47

Birmingham

12:02PMPortsmouth

$1241One-way

0 transfers

05:15AM4h28

Birmingham

09:43AMPortsmouth

$1421One-way

0 transfers

Birmingham to Portsmouth train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country	01:03PM Birmingham	3h44	04:47PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Chiltern Railways	07:15AM Birmingham	4h47	12:02PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway	07:21AM Birmingham	4h22	11:43AM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Chiltern Railways	03:15PM Birmingham	4h49	08:04PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Chiltern Railways	04:15AM Birmingham	4h16	08:31AM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 44 m

Average

4 h 50 m

Trains per day

Distance

195 km

Of the 9 trains that leave Birmingham for Portsmouth every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

01:03PM3h44

Birmingham

04:47PMPortsmouth

$1471One-way

0 transfers

04:30AM4h01

Birmingham

08:31AMPortsmouth

$1551One-way

0 transfers

04:15AM4h16

Birmingham

08:31AMPortsmouth

$1421One-way

0 transfers

07:21AM4h22

Birmingham

11:43AMPortsmouth

$961One-way

0 transfers

05:15AM4h28

Birmingham

09:43AMPortsmouth

$1421One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Portsmouth

Trains from Birmingham to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€30) but you can travel from only $15 (€14) by bus.

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 $15 (€14)

Distance

121 miles (195 km)

Average train duration

4h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

$33 (€30)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 40m

First train

03:52

Last train

23:11

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $15 (€14)

Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways from Birmingham to Portsmouth trains

South Western Railway, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways trains will get you to Portsmouth from Birmingham from $48 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

Train information from Birmingham to Portsmouth with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $48

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next train to Portsmouth from Birmingham: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Train information from Birmingham to Portsmouth with Chiltern Railways:

Average Duration: 4 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: $61

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.

Southern from Birmingham to Portsmouth train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $66

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham to Portsmouth train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: $72

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Portsmouth

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Portsmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Portsmouth.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Portsmouth can start from as little as $33 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Portsmouth is $96 (€88); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Portsmouth train time is 3 h 40 min covering the 121 mile (195 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Portsmouth leaves at 3: 52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Portsmouth leaves at 11: 11 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Birmingham to Portsmouth which require at least one change with South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Southern or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Birmingham to Portsmouth, you can count on South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Southern or Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Birmingham and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 11 PM.

A trip to Portsmouth from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Portsmouth is December.

You have options as you can travel to Portsmouth from Birmingham 2 different ways: bus or train.