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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Southampton Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Swanwick | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Southampton Airport Parkway | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Southampton Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Southampton Central | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Southampton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Southampton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Portsmouth to Southampton?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Southampton start from R 241. The average price for this train route is around R 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Southampton?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Southampton is 47m, covering a distance of 26 km. The quickest train can get you there in 30m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Southampton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Southampton?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Southampton departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:24.
Which is the best train operator from Portsmouth to Southampton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Portsmouth to Southampton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Portsmouth to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southern, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Portsmouth to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Southampton was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 235To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portsmouth to Southampton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 235 to R 580 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 235, which is on 2025-12-14.
