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Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard by train
| First train | 04:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:28 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Leighton Buzzard | |
| Journey time | From 3h 1m | |
| Distance | 78 miles (125 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators |
Travelling from Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard by train
Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 37 minutes to travel from Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 78 miles (125 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Leighton Buzzard, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with South Western Railway, London Overground or Southern to get to Leighton Buzzard. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard
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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 Portsmouth to Leighton Buzzard is right for you.
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