It takes an average of 6h 15m to travel from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth by train, over a distance of around 173 miles (278 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth and tickets for this journey start from £33 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:43 | |
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Last train | 22:34 | |
Departure station | Great Yarmouth | |
Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
Journey time | From 5h 16m | |
Distance | 173 miles (278 km) | |
Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
Price | From £33 | |
Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southern |
If you want to know more about the journey from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth by train is 6 hours 15 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 16 minutes. You'll usually find 19 trains per day travelling the 173 miles (278 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Portsmouth. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway on your way to Portsmouth, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth start from £33.00 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Portsmouth, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
The average journey time by train between Great Yarmouth and Portsmouth is 6 hours and 15 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth is 5 hours and 16 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth. Travelling from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
The first train from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth leaves at 04:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth leaves at 22:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Great Yarmouth to Portsmouth cover a distance of around 173 miles (278 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Portsmouth to Great Yarmouth.
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