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Outbound fromBasingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour by train
It takes an average of 1h 20m to travel from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour by train, over a distance of around 33 miles (52 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour and tickets for this journey start from £6.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:25 | |
| Departure station | Basingstoke | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth Harbour | |
| Journey time | From 1h 13m | |
| Distance | 33 miles (52 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £6.80 | |
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Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour in 1 hour 13 minutes
If you want to travel from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour by train to take around 1 hour 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 35 trains per day running on this route, which spans 33 miles (52 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Portsmouth Harbour. You can travel with South Western Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour start from £6.80 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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