Bristol to Portsmouth train from $12 (€10) with Great Western Railway

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Oct 06

Cheapest

$22

Average

$39

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.

01:16PM2h31

Bristol

03:47PMPortsmouth

$221One-way

0 transfers

01:15PM2h32

Bristol

03:47PMPortsmouth

$371One-way

0 transfers

08:28PM2h24

Bristol

10:52PMPortsmouth

$401One-way

0 transfers

12:15PM2h31

Bristol

02:46PMPortsmouth

$441One-way

0 transfers

10:15AM2h31

Bristol

12:46PMPortsmouth

$541One-way

0 transfers

Bristol to Portsmouth train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 6

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western Railway	08:28PM Bristol	2h24	10:52PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	12:15PM Bristol	2h31	02:46PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	01:16PM Bristol	2h31	03:47PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	01:15PM Bristol	2h32	03:47PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	09:20AM Bristol	2h26	11:46AM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Bristol to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Oct 06

Fastest Journey

2 h 24 m

Average

2 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

128 km

Of the 8 trains that leave Bristol for Portsmouth every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:28PM2h24

Bristol

10:52PMPortsmouth

$401One-way

0 transfers

09:20AM2h26

Bristol

11:46AMPortsmouth

$751One-way

0 transfers

08:20AM2h26

Bristol

10:46AMPortsmouth

$551One-way

0 transfers

10:18AM2h28

Bristol

12:46PMPortsmouth

$751One-way

0 transfers

12:15PM2h31

Bristol

02:46PMPortsmouth

$441One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Bristol to Portsmouth

Distance	79 miles (127 km)
Average train duration	2 h 20 min
Average train ticket price	$43 (€37)
Train frequency	16 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day
Train providers	Great Western Rail or first_great_western

Trains from Bristol to Portsmouth cover the 79 miles (127 km) long route taking on average 2 h 20 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $17 (€15), but the average price of train tickets is $43 (€37). Travelers depart most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.

Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and first_great_western from Bristol to Portsmouth trains

Travel between Bristol and Portsmouth from $17 (€15) with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and first_great_western! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

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.

Bristol to Portsmouth train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 2 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $17

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.

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Portsmouth

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol 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 Bristol to Portsmouth.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Portsmouth can start from as little as $17 (€15) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Portsmouth is $43 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bristol to Portsmouth train time is 2 h 20 min covering the 79 mile (127 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bristol to Portsmouth leaves at 4: 51 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bristol to Portsmouth leaves at 8: 45 PM.

Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day from Bristol to Portsmouth with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Bristol to Portsmouth, you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Portsmouth from Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 45 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Portsmouth Harbour, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Portsmouth from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth by train is December.

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

Popular train stations from Bristol to Portsmouth

Bristol

Portsmouth

Bristol Temple Meads is the most popular Bristol railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Bristol for your trip to Portsmouth.

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3451652030

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 06: 45 - 21: 30

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