The average train between Portsmouth and Truro takes 7h and the fastest train takes 5h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Portsmouth to Truro. 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 3 hours between Portsmouth and Truro. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Truro at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Westbury (Wilts) and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Truro? 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 Truro. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Truro station via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Portsmouth to Truro train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Truro train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Truro station.
Book your Portsmouth to Truro train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Portsmouth and Truro is 286.3 km. The road distance is 411 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Truro via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 56m.