The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 67 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 24 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
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€26 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h30 | 6:43 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h26 | 4:39 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Southern from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 & Southsea (PMS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton station (BTN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
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