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Trains portsmouth southsea railway station 31st march 2016
The Southsea Railway was a branch of the Portsmouth Direct Line, located in Portsmouth. It was opened in 1885 from Fratton Station, terminating at East Southsea Station (near to a road junction called The Strand). It was 1.25 miles long and almost completely level. Two unstaffed halts were added in 1904 at Albert Road and Jessie Road/Devonshire Avenue.
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- Trains portsmouth southsea railway station 31st march 2016
- 07 southsea railway rudmore rd and hipley crescent 1961
- Tram competition
- The route today
- Alternative stations
- References
07 southsea railway rudmore rd and hipley crescent 1961
Tram competition
The line was not able to compete with the Portsmouth Corporation Transport tram services, despite the introduction of cheaper autocars. It was closed in August 1914 and never re-opened.
The route today
The line itself and the stations have since been demolished and replaced with houses and roads; however, it is possible to walk the approximate route, which is clearly visible on street maps of the area.
Alternative stations
Southsea is now served by stations at Fratton, Portsmouth & Southsea, and Portsmouth Harbour (also called The Hard), with regular trains to London Waterloo and coastway services.