The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 4 trains that leave Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) for London Waterloo (WAT) on Sat, Nov 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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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L46688Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
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€30 Average price | €24 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L51773 | On time 8:02 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h14 | 10:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47699 | On time 8:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h40 | 9:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47707 | On time 8:31 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h01 | 10:32 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48024 | On time 8:55 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h09 | 11:04 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28131_Y28692+ L46726 | On time 9:04 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h26 | 11:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
L47719 | On time 9:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h36 | 10:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28137_Y28698+ L46734 | On time 9:28 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h30 | 11:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
L47726 | On time 9:31 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h53 | 11:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48029 | On time 9:55 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h11 | 12:06 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28143_Y28702+ L46742 | On time 10:04 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h24 | 12:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
L47738 | On time 10:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h36 | 11:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47838 | On time 3:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h36 | 4:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47846 | On time 3:31 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h51 | 5:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48059 | On time 3:55 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h11 | 6:06 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47858 | On time 4:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h37 | 5:52 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47866 | On time 4:31 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h53 | 6:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48064 | On time 4:55 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h09 | 7:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47878 | On time 5:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h44 | 6:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47886 | On time 5:31 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h51 | 7:22 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48069 | On time 5:55 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h09 | 8:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47229 | On time 6:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h44 | 7:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L47904 | On time 6:31 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h53 | 8:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48074 | On time 6:55 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h10 | 9:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 8 | |||||
L48010 | On time 5:55 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h10 | 8:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28097_Y28666+ L46680 | On time 6:04 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h23 | 8:27 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
Q24974+ Y28104_Y28670+ L46688 | On time 6:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h43 | 8:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
L48016 | On time 6:55 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h09 | 9:04 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 03:55 |
Last train 21:33 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) start from as low as $14 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $37 (€30) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and London Waterloo (WAT) from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
