The average train between Portsmouth and Wales takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Portsmouth to Wales. 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 2 hours between Portsmouth and Wales. The earliest departure is at 4:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea station and arriving at Retford station via London Waterloo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Portsmouth to Wales train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Wales train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.
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The distance between Portsmouth and Wales is 283 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Kiveton Bridge via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 5h 9m.