The average train between Birmingham and Portsmouth takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham 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.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 7:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Portsmouth station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Birmingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Book your Birmingham to Portsmouth train tickets online with Cross Country, South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Birmingham and Portsmouth is 195.2 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth & Southsea via Southampton Central in around 3h 44m.