Portsmouth to Woolwich Arsenal by train
| First train | 04:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:00 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Woolwich Arsenal | |
| Journey time | From 2h 41m | |
| Distance | 68 miles (110 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Portsmouth to Woolwich Arsenal by train
Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Woolwich Arsenal by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 37 minutes to travel from Portsmouth to Woolwich Arsenal by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 33 trains per day running along the 68 miles (110 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Woolwich Arsenal, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Woolwich Arsenal. 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 Woolwich Arsenal 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 Woolwich Arsenal
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