Travelling from Canterbury to Portsmouth by train

Want to know how to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Canterbury to Portsmouth take around 3 hours and 31 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 160 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Canterbury is scheduled to depart at around 05:15. The last departure is usually at around 21:26. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Canterbury at around 06:23, with the last train leaving at around 22:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 29 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €103.68.

We think any time is a great time to visit Portsmouth, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Portsmouth.

Is there a direct train from Canterbury to Portsmouth?

The journey between Canterbury and Portsmouth usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Canterbury to Portsmouth every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Canterbury to Portsmouth?

The Canterbury to Portsmouth train travel takes about 3 hours and 31 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Canterbury to Portsmouth train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Portsmouth leaving Canterbury at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 21:26. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Canterbury at around 06:23, with the final departure at 22:25.