- Must visit
National Museum of the Royal Navy
Major naval museum with historic ships, galleries and dockyard heritage central to Portsmouth's identity.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cosham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cosham will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 16 trains that leave London for Cosham on Sun, Aug 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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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L78810 · L79972Trains from London to Cosham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Major naval museum with historic ships, galleries and dockyard heritage central to Portsmouth's identity.
Portsmouth's main city museum presents local history, art and Sherlock Holmes displays in a landmark civic building.
Museum inside the D-Day Story site, using original landing craft and personal stories to explain 1944 events.
Long chalk ridge above Cosham famous for sweeping views across Portsmouth, the Solent and beyond.
Traditional village core with local shops, older buildings and a useful base for exploring north Portsmouth.
Open hillside viewpoint beside the forts, popular for sunsets, walking and outstanding city panoramas.
Portsmouth oysters are locally harvested shellfish from nearby waters, prized for their fresh briny flavor and long maritime heritage on the South Coast.
Crab sandwiches are a Hampshire coast staple, filled with sweet local crab meat in bread, often served simply to highlight fresh seaside catch.
Fish and chips is a beloved British seaside classic of battered fish with chips, widely eaten around Portsmouth and especially popular near the coast.
Well-known harbourside restaurant in nearby Portsmouth, praised for seafood and classic British dishes with waterside views.
Popular casual restaurant in Cosham known for pizza, pasta, and dependable service in a relaxed modern setting.
Established pub venue serving British mains, grills, and drinks in a traditional atmosphere convenient for Cosham visitors.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add service; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Cosham railway station -> Portsmouth & Southsea railway station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cosham 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 Cosham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Cosham trains use the London Waterloo to Cosham station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Cosham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Cosham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cosham.
Wi-Fi is available at Cosham.
Ticket office support is available at Cosham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cosham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cosham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth / Havant) from the station forecourt (via side entrance). Step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Fareham / Southampton) is via short ramp (1:11, 13m long) from street. Access between platforms is via level crossing (typically 100m). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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