The average train between Portsmouth and Beckton takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Portsmouth to Beckton. 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 30 minutes between Portsmouth and Beckton. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Beckton at 5:49 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Beckton? 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 Portsmouth to Beckton. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Beckton station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Portsmouth to Beckton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Beckton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
The distance between Portsmouth and Beckton is 112.9 km. The road distance is 134 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £29–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m.