Taking the train from Lowestoft to Portsmouth

Ready to book a trip from Lowestoft 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 between Lowestoft 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 €51.20, 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.

Lowestoft to Portsmouth daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Portsmouth on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 15 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:24: departure of first train Monday-Friday

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

  • 06:07: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:35: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 1 hour and 8 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time from Lowestoft to Portsmouth

The quickest time by train is 5 hours and 12 minutes, travelling a total distance of 270 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Lowestoft and Portsmouth?

Tickets along this route go on sale 2 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Lowestoft to Portsmouth travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Portsmouth.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Lowestoft and Portsmouth by train?

The total journey from Lowestoft to Portsmouth is 270 kilometres.

How much does the train from Lowestoft to Portsmouth cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €51.20. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

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

You can book your tickets 2 and a half months in advance for this route.

How long does it take to get from Lowestoft to Portsmouth?

The quickest journey is 5 hours and 12 minutes.