The average train between Derby and Portsmouth takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Derby 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 Derby and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Portsmouth station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Derby to Portsmouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Portsmouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Book your Derby to Portsmouth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Derby and Portsmouth is 237.6 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Portsmouth & Southsea via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 42m.