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Compare train and bus for Eastbourne to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$32 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $32 (€27) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$4 (-€4). The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Eastbourne to Portsmouth by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Eastbourne to Portsmouth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

9:14 AM 2h23 Eastbourne 11:37 AM Portsmouth $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:14 AM 2h23 Eastbourne 11:37 AM Portsmouth $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:14 AM 2h23 Eastbourne 11:37 AM Portsmouth $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:14 AM 2h41 Eastbourne 10:55 AM Portsmouth $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:08 AM 2h42 Eastbourne 9:50 AM Portsmouth $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 11 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Eastbourne and Portsmouth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Eastbourne station (EBN) and arrive in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
- Travel with Southern to go to Portsmouth by train.
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