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

The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Bournemouth start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Bournemouth?

The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Bournemouth is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 28m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Bournemouth route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Portsmouth to Bournemouth departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 17:46.

Train Portsmouth to Bournemouth from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Portsmouth to Bournemouth on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:46	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 40m	17:26	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 28m	09:28	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 28m	09:28	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:46	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	10:22	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:46	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	10:22	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Portsmouth to Bournemouth on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 35m	10:21	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 30m	09:30	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	08:00	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 30m	09:30	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:46	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 35m	10:21	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	15:46	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 35m	17:21	Bournemouth	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Bournemouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £17	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £31	Average duration1h 36m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £8	Average duration1h	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 £10

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Bournemouth 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 Portsmouth to Bournemouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Bournemouth start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Bournemouth?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Bournemouth is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 28m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Bournemouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Bournemouth?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Bournemouth departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 17:46.

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

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£11

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£14

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£10

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The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Bournemouth was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

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

You can expect to pay from £10 to £29 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-06.