Trains tickets from Brighton to Portsmouth

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Tomorrow9 Jun
from US$33
Tue10 Jun
from US$33
Wed11 Jun
Thu12 Jun
from US$33
Fri13 Jun
from US$33
Sat14 Jun
Sun15 Jun
from US$33
Mon16 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Brighton
    Departure location: Brighton
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Portsmouth
    Destination location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Brighton
    Departure location: Brighton
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Portsmouth
    Destination location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Brighton
    Departure location: Brighton
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Portsmouth
    Destination location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Brighton
    Departure location: Brighton
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Portsmouth
    Destination location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Brighton
    Departure location: Brighton
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Portsmouth
    Destination location: Portsmouth and Southsea
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Brighton to Portsmouth

Average priceUS$21 - US$37Average duration3h 50m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$33 - US$52Average duration1h 25m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$8 - US$8Average duration2h 10m
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Brighton to Portsmouth

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Portsmouth. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 10mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Brighton to Portsmouth: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$34
Average train trip duration1h 25m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure07:13
Distance42 miles
Latest train departure23:40

Brighton to Portsmouth Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Brighton - Portsmouth

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Portsmouth cost?

    The average train ticket price from Brighton to Portsmouth is US$34. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Brighton to Portsmouth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Brighton to Portsmouth?

    A train trip between Brighton and Portsmouth is around 1h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 42 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Brighton and Portsmouth?

    The number of trains from Brighton to Portsmouth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Brighton to Portsmouth by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/06
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07/06
US$31
Today
US$31
09/06
US$31
10/06
US$31
11/06
No data
12/06
US$31
13/06
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brighton to Portsmouth was searched and found on 7 Jun 2025 with a price of US$31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Brighton to Portsmouth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$48 for a train ticket from Brighton to Portsmouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31, which is on 2025-06-10.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Portsmouth, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Brighton and Portsmouth, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Brighton to Portsmouth and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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Train from Portsmouth to Brighton

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