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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Portsmouth to Manchester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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€57.40
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Portsmouth to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €23.51, with average prices for this route around €69.37.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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21:22
11 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Portsmouth & Southsea
08:25
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Manchester Piccadilly
South Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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21:22
11 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Portsmouth & Southsea
08:25
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
South Western RailwaySouthernAvanti West Coast
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21:22
11 hours 43 minutes, Changes required
Portsmouth & Southsea
09:05
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Manchester Piccadilly
South Western RailwaySouthernAvanti West Coast
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22:22
10 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Portsmouth & Southsea
08:25
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
South Western RailwaySouthernAvanti West Coast
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22:36
10 hours 9 minutes, Changes required
Portsmouth & Southsea
08:45
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
South Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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22:42
10 hours 47 minutes, Changes required
Portsmouth & Southsea
09:29
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Paris
South Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Portsmouth to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:00
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Portsmouth
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
5 hours 6 minutes
Distance
Distance
306 km
Price
Price
€23.51*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Portsmouth to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Portsmouth to Manchester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Portsmouth to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Portsmouth to Manchester train ticket types

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