How much does a train ticket cost from Bournemouth to Portsmouth?

The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Portsmouth start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Portsmouth?

The average train journey time from Bournemouth to Portsmouth is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to Portsmouth route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to Portsmouth?

The earliest train from Bournemouth to Portsmouth departs at 07:33. And the latest train departs at 17:50.

Train Bournemouth to Portsmouth from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Bournemouth to Portsmouth on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:57	Bournemouth	1h 45m	17:42	Portsmouth and Southsea	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:57	Bournemouth	1h 45m	17:42	Portsmouth and Southsea	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to Portsmouth on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Bournemouth	1h 45m	17:42	Portsmouth and Southsea	CheapestFastest
Train	07:33	Bournemouth	1h 54m	09:27	Portsmouth and Southsea	No tags
Train	07:33	Bournemouth	1h 54m	09:27	Portsmouth and Southsea	No tags
Train	15:57	Bournemouth	1h 45m	17:42	Portsmouth and Southsea	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 03:08 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Portsmouth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portsmouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1h 50mAverage duration

34 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £16	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £31	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £11

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to Portsmouth by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bournemouth to Portsmouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Portsmouth start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Portsmouth?
The average train journey time from Bournemouth to Portsmouth is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to Portsmouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to Portsmouth?
The earliest train from Bournemouth to Portsmouth departs at 07:33. And the latest train departs at 17:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Portsmouth was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bournemouth to Portsmouth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £13 to £29 for a train ticket from Bournemouth to Portsmouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-05.