Manchester to Portsmouth train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Oct 08

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross Country
C79558
08:25AM5h22
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:47PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1781One-way
1 transfer
Southern
C31225
08:15AM5h22
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:37PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$2511One-way
3 transfers
Southern
L40396
08:30AM6h07
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
02:37PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$2511One-way
4 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:15AM4h44
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:59PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$3491One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:35AM5h02
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:37PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$3491One-way
2 transfers

Manchester to Portsmouth train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 8
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:15AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4h44 12:59PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)2 transfers
Southern
C31225
08:15AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5h22 01:37PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)3 transfers
Cross Country
C79558
08:25AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5h22 01:47PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)1 transfer
Southern
L40396
08:30AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6h07 02:37PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)4 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:35AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5h02 01:37PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Manchester to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Oct 08

Fastest Journey

4 h 44 m

Average

5 h 19 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

308 km

It's difficult to get from Manchester to Portsmouth without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:15AM4h44
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:59PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$3491One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:35AM5h02
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:37PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$3491One-way
2 transfers
Southern
C31225
08:15AM5h22
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:37PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$2511One-way
3 transfers
Cross Country
C79558
08:25AM5h22
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:47PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1781One-way
1 transfer
Southern
L40396
08:30AM6h07
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
02:37PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$2511One-way
4 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Portsmouth

distanceDistance191 miles (308 km)
durationAverage train duration4 h 34 min
priceAverage train ticket price$179 (€153)
frequencyTrain frequency16 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southern or Northern Rail (3)

Trains from Manchester to Portsmouth cover the 191 miles (308 km) long route taking on average 4 h 34 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southern or Northern Rail (3). Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $81 (€69), but the average price of train tickets is $179 (€153).

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and Great Western Rail from Manchester to Portsmouth trains

You can travel by train from Manchester to Portsmouth with Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and Great Western Rail for as low as $78 (€67). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Manchester to Portsmouth with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 34 min
  • Cheapest Price: $78
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Portsmouth

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 Manchester to Portsmouth.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Portsmouth can start from as little as $81 (€69) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Portsmouth is $179 (€153); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester to Portsmouth is 4 h 34 min   to travel the 191 mile (308 km) long route, with around there are 16 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Portsmouth leaves at 4: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Portsmouth leaves at 4: 15 PM.
There are 16 trains a day from Manchester to Portsmouth which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southern or Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Manchester to Portsmouth train with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southern or Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Manchester and Portsmouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Portsmouth from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Portsmouth by train is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Portsmouth from Manchester including taking a bus, train or flight.

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