Nottingham to Portsmouth train

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Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Oct 11

Cheapest

$68

Average

$151

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

07:17AM4h26

Nottingham

11:43AMPortsmouth

$681One-way

0 transfers

04:14AM4h17

Nottingham

08:31AMPortsmouth

$991One-way

0 transfers

12:50PM4h14

Nottingham

05:04PMPortsmouth

$1821One-way

0 transfers

07:41AM4h56

Nottingham

12:37PMPortsmouth

$2531One-way

0 transfers

Nottingham to Portsmouth train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 11

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
East Midlands Railway	07:17AM Nottingham	4h26	11:43AM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
East Midlands Railway	12:50PM Nottingham	4h14	05:04PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
Southern	07:41AM Nottingham	4h56	12:37PM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
East Midlands Railway	04:14AM Nottingham	4h17	08:31AM Portsmouth	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Nottingham to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Oct 11

Fastest Journey

4 h 14 m

Average

4 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

240 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Nottingham for Portsmouth every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

12:50PM4h14

Nottingham

05:04PMPortsmouth

$1821One-way

0 transfers

04:14AM4h17

Nottingham

08:31AMPortsmouth

$991One-way

0 transfers

07:17AM4h26

Nottingham

11:43AMPortsmouth

$681One-way

0 transfers

07:41AM4h56

Nottingham

12:37PMPortsmouth

$2531One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Nottingham to Portsmouth

Distance	148 miles (239 km)
Average train duration	4 h 12 min
Average train ticket price	$139 (€119)
Train frequency	17 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	East Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern or east_midlands_trains

Trains from Nottingham to Portsmouth cover the 148 miles (239 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 12 min with our travel partners like East Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern or east_midlands_trains. Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $62 (€53), but the average price of train tickets is $139 (€119).

Train providers: East Midlands Trains, South Western Railway and Southern from Nottingham to Portsmouth trains

Find the best trains between Nottingham and Portsmouth with Omio's travel partners East Midlands Trains, South Western Railway and Southern from $68 (€59). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train information from Nottingham to Portsmouth with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $68

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.

Nottingham to Portsmouth train information with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 5 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $71

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Southern from Nottingham to Portsmouth train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: $71

FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Portsmouth

FAQs: Travel by train from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Portsmouth.

Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Portsmouth can start from as little as $62 (€53) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nottingham to Portsmouth is $139 (€119); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Nottingham to Portsmouth train time is 4 h 12 min covering the 148 mile (239 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Nottingham to Portsmouth leaves at 4: 33 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Nottingham to Portsmouth leaves at 4: 12 PM.

There are 17 trains a day from Nottingham to Portsmouth which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Portsmouth. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Portsmouth.

When taking a train from Nottingham to Portsmouth, you can count on East Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern or east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Portsmouth from Nottingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Nottingham to Portsmouth by train is May.

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