This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Find the cheapest fares to Portsmouth & Southsea by splitting your tickets

40

train journeys
per day

93

miles (150 kms)

2hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Buy tickets from Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea. Explore the list of all train routes from Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea is approximately 93 miles (150 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 30 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:43
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:57
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:29
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:57
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:57
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:26
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:57
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:39
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:56
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:57
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:25
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    17:19
    Chelmsford
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chelmsford to Portsmouth & Southsea

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Portsmouth & Southsea Station

Station name Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Address Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:30
Saturday 05:40 - 20:30
Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea

The travel time between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Portsmouth & Southsea, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chelmsford & Portsmouth & Southsea. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chelmsford and Portsmouth & Southsea, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.