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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for Dec 20
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol for Portsmouth on Sat, Dec 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
L2311808:21AM2h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:46AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$441One-way
0 transfers
L2312411:22AM2h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)01:46PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$711One-way
0 transfers
L2312801:23PM2h23
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)03:46PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$711One-way
0 transfers
L2312612:22PM2h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)02:47PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$711One-way
0 transfers
L2312009:22AM2h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:46AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$871One-way
0 transfers
L2312801:23PM2h23
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)03:46PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$711One-way
0 transfers
L2312411:22AM2h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)01:46PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$711One-way
0 transfers
L2312009:22AM2h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:46AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$871One-way
0 transfers
L2312210:22AM2h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:46PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$871One-way
0 transfers
L2311808:21AM2h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:46AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$441One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Portsmouth 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 train which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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€37 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Portsmouth trains for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:20 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P22721 | On time 8:21 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h27 | 10:48 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22723 | On time 9:23 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h24 | 11:47 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22725 | On time 10:21 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h26 | 12:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22727 | On time 11:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h25 | 1:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22729 | On time 12:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h25 | 2:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22731 | On time 1:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h28 | 3:50 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Portsmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 23m.
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 $13 (€10)
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 03:41 |
Last train 22:04 |
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 $13 (€10)
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Portsmouth trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Portsmouth from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
$114 (€91)
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Portsmouth 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Bristol to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€23), while the average price is around $46 (€37).
Spending two to three days in Portsmouth is generally enough to explore key attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and enjoy the vibrant waterfront.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Portsmouth is by bus, with a cost of around $13 (€10).
The first train from Bristol to Portsmouth leaves at 3:41 AM.
The train journey from Bristol to Portsmouth offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rolling hills of the South West, the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire, and the charming landscapes near the South Downs National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Portsmouth.
Yes, there is a direct train from Bristol to Portsmouth. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
The distance by train from Bristol to Portsmouth is 79 miles (128 km).
A day trip from Bristol to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 23m each way. There are 4 train trips per day.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Portsmouth is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), which connects to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
There is no high speed train available from Bristol to Portsmouth.
The train from Bristol to Portsmouth takes 2h 23m and runs 4 per day.
The last train from Bristol to Portsmouth leaves at 10:04 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol to Portsmouth.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Portsmouth
Bristol
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Redland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
The major train station for arrivals in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your journey to Portsmouth from Bristol.
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.
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
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- 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
- 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 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transit 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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