The average train between Hull and Portsmouth takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Hull 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 Hull and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 13m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hull 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 Hull to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Portsmouth station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Hull to Portsmouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Portsmouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Book your Hull to Portsmouth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Hull and Portsmouth is 331.5 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Portsmouth & Southsea via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 56m.