The average train between Portsmouth and Cannock takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth to Cannock. 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 Cannock. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Cannock at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Winchester and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Cannock? 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 Cannock. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Cannock station via Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Portsmouth to Cannock train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Cannock train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Portsmouth to Cannock train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Portsmouth and Cannock is 220 km. The road distance is 288 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cannock via Winchester and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 58m.