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Trains from Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

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62

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

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On a typical weekday there are 62 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Portsmouth & Southsea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 62 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Portsmouth & Southsea.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    07:16
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:09
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    08:31
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:04
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:12
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:31
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    10:11
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:11
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:57
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:43
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:57
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
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 Reading and Portsmouth & Southsea

The travel time between Reading and Portsmouth & Southsea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Portsmouth & Southsea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 62 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Portsmouth & Southsea. owever, there are 62 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Portsmouth & Southsea.

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