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Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour by train

First train

21:40

Last train

21:40

Departure station

Manchester Victoria

Arrival station

Portsmouth Harbour

Journey time

From 12h 13m

Distance

192 miles (309 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express

Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour in 12 hours 13 minutes

If you want to travel from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour by train to take around 12 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 12 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 192 miles (309 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Portsmouth Harbour. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Portsmouth Harbour from Manchester Victoria?

To travel to Portsmouth Harbour from Manchester Victoria, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 12 hours and 13 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 12 hours and 13 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour?

Trains from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour take an average of 12 hours and 13 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours and 13 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Manchester Victoria and Portsmouth Harbour by train?

The quickest journey time between Manchester Victoria and Portsmouth Harbour by train is 12 hours and 13 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there are no direct trains running from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

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 Manchester Victoria 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.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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