Newark to Portsmouth by train

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Overview: trains from Newark to Portsmouth

Find the key information for travelling by train from Newark to Portsmouth, 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 05:35 View journey
Last train 23:07 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 43m View journey
Distance (km) 255
Trains / day 41 View all
Cheapest journey US$50.00 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 19m
Train operators 8

Taking the train from Newark to Portsmouth

Ready to book a trip from Newark to Portsmouth by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train travel between Newark and Portsmouth: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Newark to Portsmouth:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$50.00

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 months in advance.

Departure frequency and timetable from Newark to Portsmouth

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Newark to Portsmouth:

  • 05:35 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:07 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:35 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:50 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 21 minutes from Newark toward Portsmouth.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 41 trains serving this route each day.

Newark to Portsmouth train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 255 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 3 hours and 43 minutes.

When do tickets between Newark and Portsmouth go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Newark and Portsmouth 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Newark to Portsmouth

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Portsmouth city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Newark to Portsmouth

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

The total distance between Newark and Portsmouth by train is 255 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.