How much is the train ticket from Portsmouth to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to London start from R 209. The average price for this train route is around R 723. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to London?

The average train journey time from Portsmouth to London is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 99 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 27m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 57 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway , Southern .

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

The earliest train from Portsmouth to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:37.

Which is the best train operator from Portsmouth to London?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Portsmouth to London?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Portsmouth to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southern , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Portsmouth to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Portsmouth to London from R 195

Next train departures

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 4m	17:04	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:21	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 31m	08:52	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:08	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 19m	09:27	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 4m	09:04	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:08	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 19m	09:27	Wandsworth	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:37	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 47m	19:24	Wandsworth Town	Cheapest
Train	15:37	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 27m	17:04	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:48	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 12m	10:00	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:41	Portsmouth Harbour	2h 24m	10:05	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:48	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 12m	10:00	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:33	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 17m	19:50	Battersea Park	Cheapest
Train	15:20	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 31m	16:51	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:32	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 25m	09:57	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:33	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 17m	19:50	Battersea Park	Cheapest
Train	15:20	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 31m	16:51	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:32	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 25m	09:57	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:33	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 17m	19:50	Battersea Park	Cheapest
Train	15:20	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 31m	16:51	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:32	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 25m	09:57	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 12m	17:15	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	15:20	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 31m	16:51	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:32	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 25m	09:57	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to London on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 4m	17:07	Clapham Junction	Cheapest
Train	15:20	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 31m	16:51	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:32	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 25m	09:57	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:18	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 1m	09:19	Wandsworth Town	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Portsmouth to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 211, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

102 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 103 - R 675	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 209 - R 4 742	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 211 - R 211	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Users have reported a smooth service with comfortable trains and effective heating. However, some feedback indicates that the staff at Portsmouth ticket office could be more welcoming, as there were concerns about communication when purchasing tickets through agencies.

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.

17 September 2022

Smooth service, comfortable train with good heating.

Panagiota Lili T.

9 December 2024

Southern

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Portsmouth to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to London start from R 209. The average price for this train route is around R 723. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to London?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to London is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 99 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 27m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 57 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Southern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to London?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:37.
Which is the best train operator from Portsmouth to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Portsmouth to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Portsmouth to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southern, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Portsmouth to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 488

11/12

R 496

Today

R 490

13/12

R 490

14/12

R 400

15/12

R 200

16/12

R 251

17/12

R 200

The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to London was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 200

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 R 200 to R 4 536 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 R 200, which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually South Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.