How much does a train ticket cost from Portsmouth to Winchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Winchester start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Winchester?

The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Winchester is 53m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 51m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Winchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Winchester?

The earliest train from Portsmouth to Winchester departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Portsmouth to Winchester from £17

Next train departures

Next departures from Portsmouth to Winchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:29	Portsmouth and Southsea	55m	08:24	Winchester	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	51m	15:51	Winchester	Fastest
Train	07:29	Portsmouth and Southsea	55m	08:24	Winchester	No tags
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	54m	08:54	Winchester	No tags
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	54m	08:54	Winchester	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to Winchester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:29	Portsmouth and Southsea	55m	08:24	Winchester	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	51m	15:51	Winchester	Fastest
Train	07:29	Portsmouth and Southsea	55m	08:24	Winchester	No tags
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	54m	08:54	Winchester	No tags
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	54m	08:54	Winchester	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to Winchester on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:29	Portsmouth and Southsea	55m	08:24	Winchester	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	51m	15:51	Winchester	Fastest
Train	07:29	Portsmouth and Southsea	55m	08:24	Winchester	No tags
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	54m	08:54	Winchester	No tags
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	54m	08:54	Winchester	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Winchester. The journey takes about 53 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

53mAverage duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£60 - £60	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £30	Average duration53m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £18

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Winchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Portsmouth to Winchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Winchester start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Winchester?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Winchester is 53m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 51m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Winchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Winchester?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Winchester departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£17

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£17

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The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Winchester was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £28 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Winchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Portsmouth to Winchester?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 10m	Avg price£60	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time53m	Avg price£18	Daily departures6

The best way to travel between Portsmouth and Winchester is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Winchester, choose the train, as it will take you from Portsmouth to Winchester in about 53m – that's the fastest way to get there!