Trains from Portsmouth to London

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TodayApr 29
from US$14
TomorrowApr 30
from US$30
WedMay 1
ThuMay 2
FriMay 3
SatMay 4
from US$10
SunMay 5
from US$16
MonMay 6

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Rail Station
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$14
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Battersea Park
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$14
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Waterloo
    Operated by: South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$56
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Waterloo
    Operated by: South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$56
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Waterloo
    Operated by: South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$109
Train Portsmouth to London: Trip Overview

Train Portsmouth to London: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Average train trip duration2h 5m
Number of daily trains37
Earliest train departure6:55 AM
Distance100 km
Latest train departure10:52 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

South Western Railway Portsmouth London recent customer reviews

The staff at Portsmouth ticket office were quite unfriendly and they said that buying tickets through agencies is very unreliable and there is no communication between yourselves and them.

Karen M.September 17, 2022

Portsmouth to London Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains37
Earliest and Latest Train Departures6:55AM - 10:52PM
Minimum PriceUS$10
Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Minimum Trip Duration1h27m
Average Train Trip Duration2h5m
Distance100 km
Train Companies on This RouteSouth Western Railway, Southern
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portsmouth - London

The average train ticket price from Portsmouth to London is US$50. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Portsmouth and London is around 2h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 27m. This is the time it takes to travel the 104 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Portsmouth to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 37. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Portsmouth to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Portsmouth to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with South Western Railway, Southern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-27
US$30
04-28
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Today
US$9
04-30
US$31
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The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to London was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of US$9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portsmouth to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$63 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31 which is on 2024-04-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Portsmouth to London is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to London you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Portsmouth and London, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Portsmouth to London, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from London to Portsmouth

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