The average train between Portsmouth and Bridgend takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth to Bridgend. 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 Portsmouth and Bridgend. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Bridgend at 1:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 52m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Bridgend? 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 Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Bridgend station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Portsmouth to Bridgend train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Bridgend train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Portsmouth to Bridgend train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Portsmouth and Bridgend is 190.4 km. The road distance is 256 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 21m.