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Outbound fromHull to Portsmouth & Southsea by train
It takes an average of 9h 38m to travel from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea by train, over a distance of around 206 miles (331 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea and tickets for this journey start from £37.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:45 | |
| Departure station | Hull | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth & Southsea | |
| Journey time | From 5h 48m | |
| Distance | 206 miles (331 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £37.50 | |
| Train operators | Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea in 5 hours 48 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 38 minutes to travel the 206 miles (331 km) from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 48 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Portsmouth & Southsea. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £37.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Portsmouth & Southsea by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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 Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea is right for you.
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