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South Croydon to Portsmouth Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from South Croydon to Portsmouth, starting from MYR 45.59 and averaging MYR 222.21. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 58 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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09:21 2 hours 16 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	11:37 Portsmouth & Southsea	Find Tickets
09:39 1 hour 58 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	11:37 Portsmouth & Southsea	Find Tickets
09:52 2 hours 24 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	12:16 Portsmouth & Southsea	Find Tickets
10:09 2 hours 7 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	12:16 Portsmouth & Southsea	Find Tickets
10:21 2 hours 16 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	12:37 Portsmouth & Southsea	Find Tickets
10:39 1 hour 58 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	12:37 Paris	Find Tickets

South Croydon to Portsmouth Train Route Details

First train

00:38

Last train

23:09

Departure station

South Croydon

Arrival station

Portsmouth

Journey time

1 hour 58 minutes

Distance

93 km

Price

MYR 45.59*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Portsmouth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from South Croydon to Portsmouth. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from South Croydon to Portsmouth for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

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 South Croydon to Portsmouth, 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%

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

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

South Croydon to Portsmouth train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from South Croydon to Portsmouth from MYR 45.59

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South Croydon to Portsmouth Train prices and times

South Croydon to Portsmouth Train Route Details