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Trains from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Stations

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90

train journeys
per day

63

miles (102 kms)

1hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:05

first / last train

86

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 90 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Portsmouth Stations , with 86 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Stations is approximately 63 miles (102 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Portsmouth Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Stations Today

  • Mon 27th May
    00:01
    6 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    06:17
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    05:45
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    07:38
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    05:52
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:01
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    06:42
    2 hrs 30 mins Direct
    09:12
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    06:42
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct - overtaken train
    09:18
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth Harbour
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 27th May
    06:45
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    08:48
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    07:30
    1 hrs 27 mins Direct
    08:57
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    07:45
    2 hrs Direct
    09:45
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    08:00
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    09:29
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    08:09
    2 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:11
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    08:09
    2 hrs 9 mins Direct - overtaken train
    10:18
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth Harbour
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 27th May
    08:30
    1 hrs 27 mins Direct
    09:57
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    08:45
    2 hrs Direct
    10:45
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    09:00
    1 hrs 32 mins Direct
    10:32
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    09:09
    2 hrs 2 mins Direct
    11:11
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    09:09
    2 hrs 9 mins Direct - overtaken train
    11:18
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth Harbour
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 27th May
    09:30
    1 hrs 27 mins Direct
    10:57
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    09:45
    2 hrs Direct
    11:45
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    10:00
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    11:30
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 27th May
    10:09
    2 hrs 2 mins Direct
    12:11
    London Waterloo
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 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

About Portsmouth Stations Station

Station name Portsmouth Stations (134)
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 London Waterloo and Portsmouth Stations

The travel time between London Waterloo and Portsmouth Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Portsmouth Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 90 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 86 direct services per day from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Stations

Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Portsmouth Stations .

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