The average train between Dunbar and Portsmouth takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Dunbar 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 every 2 hours between Dunbar and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dunbar 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 Dunbar to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Dunbar station and arriving at Portsmouth station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.
Dunbar to Portsmouth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Dunbar station.
Dunbar to Portsmouth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Book your Dunbar to Portsmouth train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dunbar and Portsmouth is 586.2 km. The road distance is 704 km.
You can take a train from Dunbar to Portsmouth & Southsea via Newcastle, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 9m.