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London Waterloo to Portsmouth train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Portsmouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 14.03, with average prices for this route around NZD 16.34.

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

  • Fri, Aug 1
    From NZD 15.71
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From NZD 14.03
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From NZD 15.71
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From NZD 15.71
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From NZD 15.71
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From NZD 15.71
  • Thu, Aug 7
    From NZD 15.71
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:33
London Waterloo
06:16
Portsmouth & Southsea
5h 43m, No directSouth Western Railway
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05:08
London Waterloo
07:16
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 8m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:30
London Waterloo
07:43
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 13m, No directSouth Western Railway
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05:39
London Waterloo
08:16
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 37m, No directSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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05:45
London Waterloo
07:46
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 1m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:15
London Waterloo
08:08
Paris
1h 53m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London Waterloo to Portsmouth train route details

First train
First train
00:33
Last train
Last train
23:50
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Portsmouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 27m
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
NZD 14.03*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Portsmouth

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Portsmouth, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Portsmouth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

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 London 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Portsmouth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

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 London Waterloo to Portsmouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Portsmouth train ticket types

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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%.