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Portsmouth to Southampton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Portsmouth to Southampton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €7.63, with average prices for this route around €12.62. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • الاثنين, 1 سبتمبر
    From €12.14
  • الثلاثاء, 2 سبتمبر
    From €7.63
  • الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
    From €12.14
  • الخميس, 4 سبتمبر
    From €12.14
  • الجمعة, 5 سبتمبر
    From €12.14
  • السبت, 6 سبتمبر
    From €12.14
  • الأحد, 7 سبتمبر
    From €12.14
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:30
Portsmouth & Southsea
05:32
Southampton Central
1 hour 2 minutes, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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05:00
Portsmouth & Southsea
06:00
Southampton Central
1 hour, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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05:13
Portsmouth & Southsea
06:14
Southampton Central
1 hour 1 minute, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:05
Portsmouth & Southsea
06:45
Southampton Central
40 minutes, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:28
Portsmouth & Southsea
07:25
Southampton Airport Parkway
57 minutes, Changes requiredSouth Western Railway
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06:48
Portsmouth & Southsea
07:45
Paris
57 minutes, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Portsmouth to Southampton Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:30
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure station
Departure station
Portsmouth
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
39 minutes
Distance
Distance
25 km
Price
Price
€7.63*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Southampton

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 Southampton. 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Portsmouth to Southampton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Portsmouth to Southampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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