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London Waterloo East to Portsmouth train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo East to Portsmouth, starting from € 8.38 and averaging € 8.38. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 43m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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11:21
London Waterloo East
13:37
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 16m, No directSoutheasternThameslinkSouthern
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11:44
London Waterloo East
13:43
Portsmouth & Southsea
1h 59m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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11:51
London Waterloo East
14:17
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 26m, No directSoutheasternThameslinkSouthern
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12:14
London Waterloo East
13:57
Portsmouth & Southsea
1h 43m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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12:21
London Waterloo East
14:37
Portsmouth & Southsea
2h 16m, No directSoutheasternThameslinkSouthern
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12:44
London Waterloo East
14:43
Paris
1h 59m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London Waterloo East to Portsmouth train route details

First train
First train
00:17
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo East
Arrival station
Arrival station
Portsmouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 43m
Distance
Distance
103 km
Price
Price
€ 8.38*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Portsmouth

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo East and Portsmouth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo East to Portsmouth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 London Waterloo East to Portsmouth, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo East to Portsmouth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Waterloo East to Portsmouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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