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Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Manchester Stations

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14

train journeys
per day

190

miles (306 kms)

5hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth Stations and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portsmouth Stations to Manchester Stations is approximately 190 miles (306 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 58 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Manchester Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth Stations to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:05
    5 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:26
    5 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    15:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    16:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    17:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    18:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    19:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:27
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    21:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    5 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    22:30
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:29
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    23:31
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:28
    11 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:28
    10 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Manchester Piccadilly

About Portsmouth Stations Station

Station name Portsmouth Stations (134)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Portsmouth Stations and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Portsmouth Stations and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth Stations and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Portsmouth Stations & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Manchester Stations .

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