Dover to Portsmouth by train

Q: How long does it take to travel from Dover to Portsmouth?

The Dover to Portsmouth train travel takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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Overview: trains from Dover to Portsmouth

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First train 04:30 View journey

Last train 22:48 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 3hr 38m View journey

Distance (km) 171

Trains / day 44 View all

Cheapest journey €119.90 View journey

Avg journey time 4hr 15m

Train operators 6

Travelling from Dover to Portsmouth by train

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

The fastest trains from Dover to Portsmouth take around 3 hours and 38 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 171 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Dover is scheduled to depart at around 04:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:48 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Dover at around 05:00, with the last train leaving at around 21:50. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €119.90.

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 Dover to Portsmouth?

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

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

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Dover to Portsmouth train travel takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dover to Portsmouth train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Portsmouth leaving Dover at around 04:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:48 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dover at around 05:00, with the final departure at 21:50.