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Liverpool to Portsmouth train prices and times

Looking to travel from Liverpool to Portsmouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £38.20, with average prices for this route around £58.50.

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

  • Sun, Aug 10
    From £50.30
  • Mon, Aug 11
    From £50.30
  • Tue, Aug 12
    From £50.30
  • Wed, Aug 13
    From £50.30
  • Thu, Aug 14
    From £50.30
  • Fri, Aug 15
    From £50.30
  • Sat, Aug 16
    From £38.20
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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18:43
Liverpool Lime Street
23:55
Portsmouth & Southsea
5h 12m, No directAvanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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19:43
Liverpool Lime Street
06:16+1
Portsmouth & Southsea
10h 33m, No directAvanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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20:43
Liverpool Lime Street
07:16+1
Portsmouth & Southsea
10h 33m, No directAvanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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21:33
Liverpool Lime Street
09:31+1
Portsmouth & Southsea
11h 58m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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21:33
Liverpool Lime Street
10:03+1
Portsmouth & Southsea
12h 30m, No directWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountryGreat Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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21:33
Liverpool Lime Street
10:12+1
Paris
12h 39m, No directWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountrySouth Western Railway
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Liverpool to Portsmouth train route details

First train
First train
08:10
Last train
Last train
23:43
Departure station
Departure station
Liverpool
Arrival station
Arrival station
Portsmouth
Journey time
Journey time
5h 3m
Distance
Distance
197 miles
Price
Price
£38.20*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Portsmouth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Liverpool to Portsmouth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. 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 travelling from Liverpool to Portsmouth, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Liverpool to Portsmouth ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.