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Trip Overview

The average train between Accrington and Portsmouth takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Accrington to Portsmouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 59m
Duration
300 mi
Distance
£109
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 13m
£80–192

Accrington to Portsmouth train times

Trains run hourly between Accrington and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Accrington is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 2:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway10h 41m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 20m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 5m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 39m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 46m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Accrington to Portsmouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 300.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Portsmouth & Southsea via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 13m.

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