Trains from Portsmouth to Southampton from $12.98*

Trains from Portsmouth to Southampton from $12.98*

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Portsmouth to Southampton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Portsmouth to Southampton, starting from $12.98 and averaging $18.22. The entire journey takes no more than 38m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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13:27
Portsmouth & Southsea
14:07
Southampton Central
40m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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13:46
Portsmouth & Southsea
14:46
Southampton Central
1h 0m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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14:00
Portsmouth & Southsea
15:03
Southampton Central
1h 3m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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14:27
Portsmouth & Southsea
15:07
Southampton Central
40m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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14:46
Portsmouth & Southsea
15:46
Southampton Central
1h 0m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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15:00
Portsmouth & Southsea
16:01
Paris
1h 1m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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Portsmouth to Southampton Train Route Details

The Portsmouth to Southampton train ticket is from $12.98. The average travel time is 38m, covering a distance of approximately 24 mile. There are usually 54 daily trains provided by South Western Railway,Great Western Railway,Southern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
04:18
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
38m
Distance
Distance
24 mile
Price
Price
$12.98*

Portsmouth to Southampton Train Travel Guide

Portsmouth to Southampton Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Southampton

Take a look at the basic information from Portsmouth to Southampton, departing from Portsmouth & Southsea. It takes approximately 38m to arrive at Southampton Central.

Book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Southampton

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Portsmouth to Southampton by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save money on your train journey from Portsmouth to Southampton. These tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used during less busy periods, typically outside of the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows for flexibility, opting for off-peak hours can lead to substantial cost savings. It's important to note that in most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday, while in other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Portsmouth to Southampton. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

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