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Waterloo to Portsmouth train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterloo to Portsmouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £7.00, with average prices for this route around £7.00.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:18 London Waterloo East	06:36 Portsmouth & Southsea	6h 18m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:33 London Waterloo	06:16 Portsmouth & Southsea	5h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:08 London Waterloo	07:16 Portsmouth & Southsea	2h 8m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:30 London Waterloo	07:43 Portsmouth & Southsea	2h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:39 London Waterloo	08:16 Portsmouth & Southsea	2h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:45 London Waterloo	07:46 Paris	2h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Waterloo to Portsmouth train route details

First train

00:18

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Waterloo

Arrival station

Portsmouth

Journey time

1h 27m

Distance

202 miles

Price

£7.00*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Portsmouth

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Waterloo to Portsmouth during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Waterloo 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 Waterloo 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%

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 Waterloo 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

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

Waterloo to Portsmouth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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