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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

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43

train journeys
per day

114

miles (184 kms)

3hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea is approximately 114 miles (184 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 52 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:43
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:57
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    13:57
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    15:57
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Colchester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Portsmouth & Southsea Station

Station name Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Address Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:30
Saturday 05:40 - 20:30
Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea

The travel time between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Portsmouth & Southsea. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Portsmouth & Southsea, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.