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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dartford to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for Mar 22
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
116 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dartford to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dartford to Portsmouth will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Dartford to Portsmouth without transferring at least once.
07:32AM3h19
Dartford10:51AMPortsmouth
$541One-way
2 transfers
07:32AM3h19
Dartford10:51AMPortsmouth
$541One-way
1 transfer
08:32AM3h17
Dartford11:49AMPortsmouth
$541One-way
2 transfers
08:32AM3h17
Dartford11:49AMPortsmouth
$541One-way
1 transfer
09:32AM3h17
Dartford12:49PMPortsmouth
$541One-way
2 transfers
08:32AM3h17
Dartford11:49AMPortsmouth
$541One-way
2 transfers
08:32AM3h17
Dartford11:49AMPortsmouth
$541One-way
1 transfer
09:32AM3h17
Dartford12:49PMPortsmouth
$541One-way
2 transfers
09:32AM3h17
Dartford12:49PMPortsmouth
$541One-way
1 transfer
10:32AM3h17
Dartford01:49PMPortsmouth
$541One-way
2 transfers
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South Western Railway as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Dartford to Portsmouth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dartford to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 3h 4m.
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 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 04:03 |
Last train 21:53 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
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, Southeastern from Dartford to Portsmouth trainsSouth Western Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Dartford and Portsmouth from $55 (€45). 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 Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
$88 (€71)
South Western Railway frequency
4 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Dartford to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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 Dartford to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $55 (€45), while the average price is around $55 (€45).
The train from Dartford to Portsmouth takes 3h 4m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Dartford to Portsmouth leaves at 4:03 AM.
The distance by train from Dartford to Portsmouth is 72 miles (116 km).
The last train from Dartford to Portsmouth leaves at 9:53 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Dartford to Portsmouth.
There is no direct train service currently available from Dartford to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Dartford to Portsmouth.
The train station in Dartford that goes to Portsmouth is Dartford station (DFD), which connects to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Portsmouth is by train, with a cost of around $55 (€45).
The train journey from Dartford to Portsmouth offers a blend of urban and rural scenery, passing through the greenery of rural Kent and Surrey, with views of the North Downs and glimpses of the coast as you approach Portsmouth.
A day trip from Dartford to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 4m. However, the train frequency is 4 per day, and the distance is 72 miles (116 km).
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Dartford to Portsmouth.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dartford to Portsmouth
Dartford
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Dartford is Dartford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dartford for your trip from Dartford to Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelter on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: by station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Dartford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach
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 Dartford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Hilsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Portsmouth: Norway Road bus stop by Vauxhall Garage To Cosham / Havant: Norway Road bus stop opposite Vauxhall Garage
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