Taking the train from Eastleigh to Portsmouth

Ready to book a trip from Eastleigh 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 cost for travel between Eastleigh and Portsmouth

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €12.85, but can go to €12 when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and €12 when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Eastleigh to Portsmouth daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Portsmouth on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 37 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:30: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:30: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:30: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:30: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 27 minutes: frequency of train departures

Eastleigh to Portsmouth train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 27 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 27 minutes.

When are tickets between Eastleigh and Portsmouth available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Eastleigh and Portsmouth can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Eastleigh to Portsmouth

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Portsmouth city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Eastleigh and Portsmouth by train?

The train journey from Eastleigh to Portsmouth covers 27 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from Eastleigh to Portsmouth?

The cheapest fare on this route is €12.85. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about €12. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically €12.

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

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

How long does the train take from Eastleigh to Portsmouth?

The fastest journey takes 27 minutes.