The average train between Hastings and Portsmouth takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Hastings 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 Hastings and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Hastings 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 Hastings to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at Portsmouth station via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Hastings to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.
Hastings to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Book your Hastings to Portsmouth train tickets online with Southern.
The distance between Hastings and Portsmouth is 117.1 km. The road distance is 136 km.
You can take a train from Hastings to Portsmouth & Southsea via Brighton in around 3h 18m.