Travelling from Worthing to Portsmouth by train

Considering a train trip from Worthing to Portsmouth? 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.

Train cost between Worthing and Portsmouth: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £16.60, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Worthing and Portsmouth

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 29 trains make this journey of 51 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Worthing is at 05:22 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:29.

During the weekend, 06:19 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:57 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 39 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Worthing and Portsmouth

The route’s fastest journey takes 48 minutes, covering a total of 51 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Worthing to Portsmouth trains

Tickets for travel to Portsmouth along this route are available for purchase 5 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Maximising your travels to Portsmouth

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Portsmouth.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Worthing to Portsmouth by train?

The train journey between Worthing and Portsmouth covers 51 kilometres.

What is the Worthing to Portsmouth train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £16.60. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Worthing to Portsmouth?

You can book your tickets 5 and a half months in advance for this route.

How long does the train take from Worthing to Portsmouth?

The fastest travel time is 48 minutes.