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Outbound fromBridgend to Portsmouth by train
It takes an average of 5h 38m to travel from Bridgend to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 118 miles (190 km). There are normally 98 trains per day travelling from Bridgend to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from £58.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:20 | |
| Departure station | Bridgend | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 39m | |
| Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
| Frequency | 98 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £58.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southern |
About the train journey from Bridgend to Portsmouth
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The train from Bridgend to Portsmouth usually takes 5 hours 38 minutes on average to travel 118 miles (190 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 39 minutes. You can expect to find 98 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Portsmouth, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Bridgend to Portsmouth if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £58.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Bridgend to Portsmouth
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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