The average train between Portsmouth and Kent takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth to Kent. 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 Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Kent at 12:47 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Kent? 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 Kent. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Kent station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Portsmouth to Kent train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Kent train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Lenham station.
Book your Portsmouth to Kent train tickets online with South Western Railway and Southeastern.
The distance between Portsmouth and Kent is 135.5 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Lenham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd, Victoria Station, and London Victoria in around 3h 40m.