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Mary Rose Museum
Purpose-built museum displaying Henry VIII’s Tudor warship and thousands of recovered artefacts at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fareham to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fareham to Portsmouth will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 11 trains that leave Fareham for Portsmouth on Tue, Jun 30, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
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L79980Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fareham to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fareham to Portsmouth:
A train is $1 (€0.84) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fareham to Portsmouth costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 44m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.29 (€-4.36). The journey takes 22m versus 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Fareham to Portsmouth trains for today, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:20 AM Fareham | 0h23 | 6:43 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Fareham | 0h23 | 9:12 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fareham to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Purpose-built museum displaying Henry VIII’s Tudor warship and thousands of recovered artefacts at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Major naval museum covering the history of the Royal Navy, with galleries and access linked to Historic Dockyard attractions.
City museum with local history, art collections and displays on Portsmouth’s literary, social and sporting heritage.
Atmospheric historic quarter with cobbled lanes, sea walls, traditional pubs, harbour views and many of the city’s oldest sites.
Long promenade popular for walking, sea views, beach atmosphere, piers, gardens and classic Portsmouth coastal scenery.
Waterside heritage area linking major naval attractions, harbour scenery and one of the city’s most important visitor zones.
Classic battered white fish with chips, closely tied to Portsmouth’s seaside and naval character and still a local staple.
Oysters from the Solent area, valued for their briny flavor and long connection to the Hampshire coast and local seafood trade.
Fresh crab from the south coast, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches, reflecting Portsmouth’s strong seafood tradition.
Well-regarded independent bistro in Old Portsmouth serving modern British and seafood dishes in a relaxed setting.
Historic harbourside pub near Old Portsmouth, known for seafood, classic British dishes, and views over the water.
Established waterfront brasserie at Gunwharf Quays offering French classics, seafood, and a polished but accessible atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and chains are manageable, but hotels and waterfront dining cost more.
Service is sometimes included, especially in restaurants. If not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not usually expected for counter service or pubs.
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