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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 | Brighton | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Brighton | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Brighton | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Brighton | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Brighton | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Brighton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Southern ticket prices on this trip start at £24
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Brighton by train
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How much does a train ticket cost from Portsmouth to Brighton?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Brighton start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £25. 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 Brighton?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Brighton is 1h 27m, covering a distance of 42 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Brighton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Brighton?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Brighton departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 23:49.
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 Brighton was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portsmouth to Brighton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £23 to £37 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Portsmouth to Brighton?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Portsmouth and Brighton is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £25 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £24. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Brighton, choose the train, as it will take you from Portsmouth to Brighton in about 1h 27m – that's the fastest way to get there!
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