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Outbound fromSouthampton Central to Portsmouth by train
It takes an average of 49m to travel from Southampton Central to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 15 miles (25 km). There are normally 114 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from £10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:43 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 35m | |
| Distance | 15 miles (25 km) | |
| Frequency | 114 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £10 | |
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How to travel from Southampton Central to Portsmouth by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth? Look no further.
You'll usually find 114 trains per day running between Southampton Central and Portsmouth, which usually take 49 minutes to complete the 15 miles (25 km) journey. It can take as little as 35 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Southampton Central to Portsmouth start from £10.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Portsmouth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Southampton Central to Portsmouth
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Cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Portsmouth
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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 Southampton Central to Portsmouth 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.
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