Shanklin to Portsmouth by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Shanklin to Portsmouth? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 20 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Shanklin 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 €22.82, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 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.

Shanklin to Portsmouth train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:18.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:38.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:18.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:38.

  • 33 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 25 minutes.

Average train travel time from Shanklin to Portsmouth

The quickest time by train is 51 minutes, travelling a total distance of 20 kilometres.

Booking Shanklin to Portsmouth trains in advance

Booking your Shanklin to Portsmouth tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Learn more about train travel from Shanklin to Portsmouth

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Shanklin and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Portsmouth city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Shanklin to Portsmouth by train?

The distance between Shanklin and Portsmouth is 20 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Shanklin to Portsmouth?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €22.82. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Shanklin to Portsmouth train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.

What’s the travel time from Shanklin to Portsmouth by train?

The fastest journey time is 51 minutes.