What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth is to rideshare and ferry which costs £12 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £26 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Portsmouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Portsmouth is 74 miles. The road distance is 75.8 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth?

The train from London Waterloo Station to Portsmouth & Southsea takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Portsmouth train from?

Waterloo Station to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Portsmouth train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Portsmouth is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth?

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Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 2878+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

Waterloo Station to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and rideshare

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Portsmouth by train, car, rideshare, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
1h 30m
£26–55
- 11:32 PM – 1:20 AM Arrives next day
  train 1h 48m • Direct
  £23–48
- 5:05 AM – 7:16 AM
  train 2h 11m • Direct
  £23–48
- 5:45 AM – 7:45 AM
  train 2h • Direct
  £23–48
Rideshare, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Gosportrideshare
2. Take the ferry from Gosport Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pierferry Gosport Ferry
2h 44m
£12
Drive 75.4 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Portsmouthcar 75.4 mi
1h 32m
£19–28
Train via Victoria Station
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 47m
£37–75

Waterloo Station to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 73.1 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Portsmouth, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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