What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth is to bus and train which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

The distance between Birmingham and Portsmouth is 170 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Portsmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Portsmouth bus from?

Birmingham to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Portsmouth train from?

Birmingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Birmingham to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Birmingham to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Portsmouth train arrive?

Birmingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Portsmouth is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Birmingham to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

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Birmingham to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Portsmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 44m
£90–133
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk920
2. Take the train from Woking to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 34m
£33–67
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Portsmouthcar 146 mi
2h 43m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Georges Squarebus 030
5h 14m
£34–81

Birmingham to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Portsmouth & Southsea via Southampton Central in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 14m.

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