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Portsmouth to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Portsmouth to Manchester, starting from £18.05 and averaging £58.50. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 42m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Apr 25
From £26.60
Sat, Apr 26
From £31.35
Sun, Apr 27
From £38.15
Mon, Apr 28
From £18.05
Tue, Apr 29
From £25.85
Wed, Apr 30
From £48.10
Thu, May 1
From £48.10

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:14 Portsmouth & Southsea	09:44 Manchester Piccadilly	5h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:00 Portsmouth & Southsea	10:29 Manchester Piccadilly	5h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:17 Portsmouth & Southsea	10:05 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:28 Portsmouth & Southsea	10:19 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:50 Portsmouth & Southsea	10:44 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 54m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:15 Portsmouth & Southsea	11:05 Paris	4h 50m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Portsmouth to Manchester train route details

First train

04:14

Last train

22:56

Departure station

Portsmouth

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

4h 42m

Distance

191 miles

Price

£18.05*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Portsmouth to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Portsmouth to Manchester, 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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Portsmouth to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Portsmouth to Manchester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Portsmouth to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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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%.

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Portsmouth to Manchester train prices and times

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