What is the best way to travel from Birkenhead to Portsmouth?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Trains to Portsmouth from Birkenhead. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Portsmouth from Birkenhead?
You can reach Portsmouth with just £54 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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EasyJet Airline3h 55m007:50Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport11:45Southampton AirportSouthampton Airport0EconomyA Flight from EasyJet Airline goes from Liverpool Airport, Liverpool Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 07:50:00 to Southampton Airport, Southampton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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Ryanair4h 40m012:10Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport16:50Southampton AirportSouthampton Airport0EconomyA Flight from Ryanair goes from Liverpool Airport, Liverpool Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 12:10:00 to Southampton Airport, Southampton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £89 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Cheapest Flights Saturday
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Merseyrail6h 27m005:45BirkenheadCentral Station12:12PortsmouthPortsmouth & Southsea Station0EconomyA Train from Merseyrail goes from Central Station, Birkenhead (United Kingdom) at 21/09/2026 05:45:00 to Portsmouth & Southsea Station, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/09/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £133 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 27m
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Merseyrail5h 14m005:45BirkenheadCentral Station10:59PortsmouthPortsmouth & Southsea Station0EconomyA Train from Merseyrail goes from Central Station, Birkenhead (United Kingdom) at 21/09/2026 05:45:00 to Portsmouth & Southsea Station, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/09/2026 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £146 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 14m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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Merseyrail5h 14m005:45BirkenheadCentral Station10:59PortsmouthPortsmouth & Southsea Station0EconomyA Train from Merseyrail goes from Central Station, Birkenhead (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 05:45:00 to Portsmouth & Southsea Station, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £131 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 14m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Birkenhead to Portsmouth?
You can get to Portsmouth from Birkenhead in just 3h 55m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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EasyJet Airline3h 55m007:50Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport11:45Southampton AirportSouthampton Airport0EconomyA Flight from EasyJet Airline goes from Liverpool Airport, Liverpool Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 07:50:00 to Southampton Airport, Southampton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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Ryanair4h 40m012:10Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport16:50Southampton AirportSouthampton Airport0EconomyA Flight from Ryanair goes from Liverpool Airport, Liverpool Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 12:10:00 to Southampton Airport, Southampton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £89 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Fastest Flights Saturday
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Merseyrail5h 14m005:45BirkenheadCentral Station10:59PortsmouthPortsmouth & Southsea Station0EconomyA Train from Merseyrail goes from Central Station, Birkenhead (United Kingdom) at 21/09/2026 05:45:00 to Portsmouth & Southsea Station, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/09/2026 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £146 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 14m
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Merseyrail6h 27m005:45BirkenheadCentral Station12:12PortsmouthPortsmouth & Southsea Station0EconomyA Train from Merseyrail goes from Central Station, Birkenhead (United Kingdom) at 21/09/2026 05:45:00 to Portsmouth & Southsea Station, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/09/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £133 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 27m
Fastest Trains Monday
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Merseyrail5h 14m005:45BirkenheadCentral Station10:59PortsmouthPortsmouth & Southsea Station0EconomyA Train from Merseyrail goes from Central Station, Birkenhead (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 05:45:00 to Portsmouth & Southsea Station, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £131 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 14m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Birkenhead to Portsmouth
What are the most popular stations in Birkenhead and Portsmouth?
In Birkenhead, you will usually depart from Green Lane Train Station, Eastham New Chester Rd or 12 Quays Ferry Terminal, while in Portsmouth you will be arriving at Gunwharf, The Hard Interchange or City Shops South (Stop D) Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Portsmouth from Birkenhead? With 1 connections between 1 Flight and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birkenhead and Portsmouth, you can pay as low as £54 with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Portsmouth in just 3h 55m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birkenhead and Portsmouth are Merseyrail, EasyJet Airline and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Birkenhead and Portsmouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Liverpool or to Hilsea, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Southampton Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Birkenhead to Portsmouth?
The most popular companies between Birkenhead and Portsmouth, are Merseyrail, EasyJet Airline and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Merseyrail
Airlines: EasyJet Airline and Ryanair
All you need to know when you travel from Birkenhead to Portsmouth
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birkenhead to Portsmouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Birkenhead to Portsmouth
How can I reach Portsmouth from Birkenhead?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Flight and Train, with which you can get to Portsmouth from Birkenhead.
How far is Portsmouth from Birkenhead?
The distance between Birkenhead and Portsmouth is 315.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birkenhead and Portsmouth?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 54 kgs, and a flight 78 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birkenhead to Portsmouth?
You can get to Portsmouth with just £54 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline.
What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Portsmouth?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Portsmouth in just 3h 55m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.
More routes to Birkenhead and to Portsmouth
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Birkenhead and to Portsmouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
