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Portsmouth to Liverpool train

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Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Cheapest

€260

Average

€260

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

04:30AM5h34

Portsmouth & Southsea

10:04AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

2 transfers

04:30AM5h29

Portsmouth & Southsea

09:59AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

4 transfers

05:28AM5h32

Portsmouth & Southsea

11:00AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

4 transfers

05:45AM5h15

Portsmouth Harbour

11:00AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

5 transfers

05:50AM5h14

Portsmouth & Southsea

11:04AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

2 transfers

Train schedule from Portsmouth to Liverpool

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 5

Avanti West Coast

04:30AM5h34

Portsmouth & Southsea

10:04AMLiverpool Lime Street

2 transfers

South Western Railway

04:30AM5h29

Portsmouth & Southsea

09:59AMLiverpool Lime Street

4 transfers

South Western Railway

05:28AM5h32

Portsmouth & Southsea

11:00AMLiverpool Lime Street

4 transfers

South Western Railway

05:45AM5h15

Portsmouth Harbour

11:00AMLiverpool Lime Street

5 transfers

Avanti West Coast

05:50AM5h14

Portsmouth & Southsea

11:04AMLiverpool Lime Street

2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Portsmouth to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Fastest Journey

5 h 14 m

Average

5 h 24 m

Trains per day

Distance

318 km

It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Liverpool without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

05:50AM5h14

Portsmouth & Southsea

11:04AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

2 transfers

05:45AM5h15

Portsmouth Harbour

11:00AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

5 transfers

04:30AM5h29

Portsmouth & Southsea

09:59AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

4 transfers

05:28AM5h32

Portsmouth & Southsea

11:00AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

4 transfers

04:30AM5h34

Portsmouth & Southsea

10:04AMLiverpool Lime Street

€2601One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Liverpool

	Distance	197 miles (317 km)
	Average train duration	4 h 56 min
	Average train ticket price	$130 (€117)
	Train frequency	14 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Southern, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or Cross Country

Trains from Portsmouth to Liverpool cover the 197 miles (317 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 56 min with our travel partners like Southern, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or Cross Country. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $130 (€117), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $130 (€117). Travelers depart most frequently from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street.

Train providers: Southern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry from Portsmouth to Liverpool trains

Buy your official Southern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry train tickets to Liverpool from Portsmouth from $130 (€117) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

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.

Portsmouth to Liverpool train information with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 7 h 24 min
South Western Railway frequency: 14 a day

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.

FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth to Liverpool

FAQs: Travel by train from Portsmouth to Liverpool 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 Portsmouth to Liverpool.

Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Liverpool can start from as little as $130 (€117) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portsmouth to Liverpool is $130 (€117); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Liverpool from Portsmouth is on average 4 h 56 min for the 197 mile (317 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Portsmouth and Liverpool by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Portsmouth to Liverpool leaves at 8: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Portsmouth to Liverpool leaves at 8: 45 AM.

There are 14 trains a day from Portsmouth to Liverpool which require at least one change with Southern, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Portsmouth to Liverpool, you can count on Southern, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or Cross Country for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Liverpool from Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

When departing from Portsmouth, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Portsmouth Harbour and Portsmouth & Southsea. When arriving in Liverpool, you can end your trip in train stations like Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool Central and Liverpool South Parkway.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Portsmouth Harbour, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (692 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Liverpool from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Portsmouth to Liverpool by train is October.

Yes, you can take a bus between Portsmouth and Liverpool.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Portsmouth

Liverpool

Portsmouth Harbour is the most popular Portsmouth railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Portsmouth for your trip to Liverpool.

Portsmouth Harbour Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Portsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA

Public transit options for Portsmouth Harbour

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J

Portsmouth & Southsea Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ

Public transit options for Portsmouth & Southsea

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.

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