The average train between Lewes and Portsmouth takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Lewes 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 Lewes and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Lewes is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 49m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Lewes 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 Lewes to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea station via Portsmouth & Southsea station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Lewes to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.
Lewes to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
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The distance between Lewes and Portsmouth is 77.7 km. The road distance is 91 km.
Southern operates a train from Brighton to Portsmouth & Southsea hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 22m.