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Portsmouth to London Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Portsmouth to London, starting from AU$16.43 and averaging AU$14.96. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Thu, Sep 4
From AU$34.92
Fri, Sep 5
From AU$20.54
Sat, Sep 6
From AU$26.70
Sun, Sep 7
From AU$26.70
Mon, Sep 8
From AU$30.81
Tue, Sep 9
From AU$16.43
Wed, Sep 10
From AU$25.67

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:30 Portsmouth & Southsea	06:30 London Waterloo	2h, Direct	Find Tickets
04:30 Portsmouth & Southsea	07:15 London Victoria	2h 45m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:00 Portsmouth & Southsea	07:30 London Waterloo	2h 30m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:17 Portsmouth & Southsea	07:09 London Waterloo	1h 52m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:28 Portsmouth & Southsea	07:23 London Waterloo	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:32 Portsmouth & Southsea	07:45 Paris	2h 13m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Portsmouth to London Train Route Details

First train

04:30

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Portsmouth

Arrival station

London

Journey time

1h 31m

Distance

101 km

Price

AU$16.43*

Train operators

Thameslink, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Portsmouth and London on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Portsmouth to London. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Portsmouth to London, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Portsmouth to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Portsmouth to London train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Portsmouth to London with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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