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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Plymouth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Plymouth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Plymouth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Plymouth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Plymouth | No tags |
Get from Portsmouth to Plymouth
The journey takes about 4 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $180
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Plymouth by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Portsmouth to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Plymouth start at $180. The average price for this train route is around $183. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Portsmouth to Plymouth?
The average train trip from Portsmouth to Plymouth takes 4h 36m and covers 221 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 4m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Plymouth?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Plymouth departs at 8:27am. The latest train departs at 8:28pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Plymouth was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $174To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portsmouth to Plymouth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $174 to $552 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $174 which is on 2025-12-17.
