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Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $9.46, with average prices for this route around $9.84.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:18
London Waterloo East
07:50
Portsmouth & Southsea
7h 32m, Changes requiredSoutheasternSouthernThameslink
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00:33
London Waterloo
06:16
Portsmouth & Southsea
5h 43m, Changes requiredSouth Western Railway
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05:08
London Waterloo
07:16
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 8m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:30
London Waterloo
07:43
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 13m, Changes requiredSouth Western Railway
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05:39
London Waterloo
08:16
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 37m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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05:45
London Waterloo
07:46
Paris
2h 1m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:18
Last train
Last train
23:50
Departure station
Departure station
Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Portsmouth & Southsea
Journey time
Journey time
1h 27m
Distance
Distance
203 miles
Price
Price
$9.46*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.