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Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
Worthing’s main museum showcases local history, costume, archaeology, and decorative art in a well-curated town-centre building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Worthing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Worthing will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 6 trains from Portsmouth to Worthing, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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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Trains from Portsmouth to Worthing run on average 11 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Portsmouth to Worthing.
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Worthing trains for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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L79538+ G88553 | On time 6:15 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0h57 | 7:12 AM Worthing station (WRH) | 1 transfer | |
G26156_C82344 · G88557 | 6:33 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h09 | 7:42 AM Worthing station (WRH) | 1 transfer | |
C93219 | 7:09 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h03 | 8:12 AM Worthing station (WRH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84066+ G88565 | 7:36 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h05 | 8:41 AM Worthing station (WRH) | 1 transfer | |
C93234 | 7:57 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0h54 | 8:51 AM Worthing station (WRH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83896+ G88570 | 8:07 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h04 | 9:11 AM Worthing station (WRH) | 1 transfer | |
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Worthing’s main museum showcases local history, costume, archaeology, and decorative art in a well-curated town-centre building.
Contemporary visual arts venue near the seafront, presenting changing exhibitions, artist projects, and a strong local cultural programme.
Artist-led gallery and studio venue in East Worthing, valued for independent exhibitions and a creative local atmosphere.
Lively seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and sunsets, linking the pier with beaches, gardens, and classic resort views.
Open downland and archaeological landscape with excellent walking routes and panoramic views over Worthing and the Sussex coast.
Central gardens by the sea with mature planting, shelters, and easy access to the pier, promenade, and nearby historic terraces.
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding filled with butter and lemon, long linked to Sussex home cooking and celebrated as a rich regional classic.
Brighton rock cakes are simple fruity buns long sold across Sussex seaside towns, valued for their old-fashioned teatime appeal and local coastal nostalgia.
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock baked in a creamy cheese sauce, a hearty coastal dish reflecting the county's fishing heritage and comfort-food tradition.
Popular independent venue in Worthing serving modern British and European plates in a stylish, lively setting with strong local reputation.
Established seafront restaurant in nearby Ferring, known for polished British dining, local seafood, and a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Long-established fish and chip shop and restaurant, valued for classic seaside seafood and casual family-friendly dining.
Moderate for a UK seaside town: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than London, but summer stays, seafront dining, and rail travel can raise daily costs.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafes usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Worthing 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 Worthing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portsmouth to Worthing trains use the Fratton to West Worthing station pair, with some services arriving at Worthing. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Worthing train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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.
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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