Portsmouth to Grimsby by train

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Overview: trains from Portsmouth to Grimsby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Portsmouth to Grimsby, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:25 View journey
Last train 22:32 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 17m View journey
Distance (km) 315
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey CA$150.80 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 17m
Train operators 16

Travelling from Portsmouth to Grimsby by train

Considering a train trip from Portsmouth to Grimsby? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Portsmouth to Grimsby

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Portsmouth to Grimsby:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$150.80

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Portsmouth to Grimsby train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Portsmouth to Grimsby is at 04:25 and the last is at 22:19. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 04:38 and the last one is at 22:32. You can expect 26 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 27 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Portsmouth to Grimsby

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 5 hours and 17 minutes, spanning 315 kilometres in total.

When do tickets go on sale between Portsmouth and Grimsby?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Portsmouth and Grimsby 3 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

More information on train travel from Portsmouth to Grimsby

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Grimsby city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Portsmouth to Grimsby

Want to know more about your journey from Portsmouth to Grimsby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Portsmouth and Grimsby spans 315 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.