Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Watford to Portsmouth. Traveling by train from Watford to Portsmouth usually takes 3 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Southern + Connections train can make the trip in 2 hours and 38 minutes.
Distance | 65 mi (105 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 38m |
Lowest price | $43.29 |
Most frequent service | Southern + Connections |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Watford to Portsmouth
- London Overground + Connections tickets: $53 one-way
- Southern tickets: $43 one-way
- Southern + Connections tickets: $53 one-way
Which train should you take from Watford to Portsmouth?
There are 3 train lines with service from Watford to Portsmouth. Southern + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 8 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
London Overground + Connections | 4 | 3h 18m | $53.29 |
Southern | 1 | 7h 36m | $43.29 |
Southern + Connections | 8 | 3h 24m | $53.29 |
London Overground + Connections train tickets from Watford to Portsmouth start from $53, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 London Overground + Connections schedules to Portsmouth. London Overground + Connections in Watford leaves from Watford Junction . And in Portsmouth trains arrive at Fratton and 2 other train stations.
From Watford to Portsmouth train travel on London Overground + Connections takes 3 hours and 18 minutes. If you are looking to get to Portsmouth faster, London Overground + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 38 minutes.
Southern Railway is part of the British rail network serving stations predominantly between central London and the British south coast. Destinations include Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and Worthing. WiFi and accessible restrooms are available on most trains, plus the option to upgrade to a first-class ticket with extra legroom.
Southern Railway is part of the British rail network serving stations predominantly between central London and the British south coast. Destinations include Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and Worthing. WiFi and accessible restrooms are available on most trains, plus the option to upgrade to a first-class ticket with extra legroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Watford to Portsmouth on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Watford at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Portsmouth to Watford.
City Information
Portsmouth
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Portsmouth, located on the South coast of England, is home to several important historical dockyards and thus a storied maritime heritage. Though many people travel here to experience the nautical atmosphere, Portsmouth also offers many attractions and experiences to suit every taste.
For a taste of the sea, Henry VIII's Mary Rose is a must-see attraction, as well as Lord Nelson's famous HMS Victory. Both ships are accompanied by museums where visitors can learn more about these significant historical warships. If the weather drives you inside, take a walk around the Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery, hosting a variety of displays and recreations of how life has changed in Portsmouth over the centuries. To see the whole city all at once, climb Spinnaker Tower to see the city from 170 meters high. Finally, if you're feeling brave, walk across the glass Sky Walk to see the waves crash on the shore beneath your feet.
Due to its many ports, Portsmouth is accessible via ferry, as well as train, car, and bus. The South Western Railway makes getting to Portsmouth from London and other southern towns easy, while National Express and Megabus provide bus services that link many other major towns and cities.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
There is one train station in Watford.
All train stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
Where is the train station in Portsmouth?
Image credit: Matt Buck
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Cosham Train Station
Many of the trains to Portsmouth arrive in one of its northern suburbs, Cosham. The Cosham Train Station is on the West Coastway Line between Brighton and Southampton and welcomes South Western Railway, Southern, and Great Western Railway trains. The staffed station building includes toilets and a coffee shop, and while it is relatively small, shops and restaurants in Cosham are just steps away. Local buses run from Cosham to the center of Portsmouth to bring you to the attractions and scenery at the harbor.
All train stations in Portsmouth:
Cosham Train Station
Fratton
Hilsea Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Portsmouth to Watford?
Search Train TicketsWanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more
- Train Tickets
- United Kingdom
- Portsmouth
- Watford to Portsmouth