The average train between Portsmouth and France takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth to France. 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 France. The earliest departure is at 4:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 11:22 PM which arrives into France at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea station and arriving at Paris Nord station via London Waterloo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Portsmouth to France train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to France train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Portsmouth and France is 515.1 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cité via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 19m.