Trains To Portsmouth
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With National Rail, you can find information about Portsmouth, plan your journey and book your train tickets. Save money with a Railcard when you travel by train, and get big discounts on top attractions with National Rail’s Days Out Guide. Taking the train helps to reduce your carbon footprint too.
Save money when you travel to Portsmouth by train
Railcards offer value for money if you travel by train, saving you at least 1/3 on
most rail fares. With a bit of planning, buying tickets in advance can save you
a pretty pound, and if the travel bug has you travelling a lot then a Railcard
might be worth your while!
The Railcards available include:
Children
Under 5 - Travel free, accompanied by a fare-paying passenger.
5-15 - Are eligible for a 50% discount on most tickets, though proof of age will
need to be carried where appropriate.16-17 Saver - Like a Railcard but with bigger discounts for anyone aged 16 or 17.
Adults
16-25 Railcard*
26-30 Railcard*
Disabled Persons Railcard*
Family & Friends Railcard
Senior Railcard*
Two Together Railcard
Veterans Railcard*
Visit our Railcard page and buy a card and start saving straight away.
You may also want to check out our Regional Railcards to see if there are discounts for travelling to and from where you are.
*Time restrictions may apply, check Railcard conditions for details
What to do in Portsmouth
Portsmouth is proud of its maritime and naval heritage. Rebuilt due to extensive damage suffered during the WWII bombing raids, you aren’t far from exploring the harbour’s past in the historic dockyard and Gunwharf Quays, which is now a retail centre with modern amenities.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard takes you through the Royal Navy’s history and allows you onboard some of the world's famous ships and submarines. Kids can also enjoy the pirate life, making their own flags and trying out different weapons.
For a bit of retail therapy, Gunwharf Quays has a wide selection of shops from bargains to leading brands and a number of pubs, bars and restaurants to grab a bite to eat or relax in. There is also a gallery, cinema and a casino if you want to wander around and take in a bit more of the sites.
Old Portsmouth has plenty of historic sites with views of the sea as you walk through. Look out for the plaques as they guide you along the way and tell of the town’s past.
Explore and save
Interested in exploring more of what Portsmouth has to offer? Check out our Days Out Guide for great deals on attractions and activities.
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