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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 4h 49m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Preston, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Portsmouth?

The distance between Blackpool and Portsmouth is 302 miles. The road distance is 267.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 49m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Blackpool to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Portsmouth bus from?

Blackpool to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Portsmouth train from?

Blackpool to Portsmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 4h 49m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Blackpool to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Blackpool to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Portsmouth train arrive?

Blackpool to Portsmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Portsmouth is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Blackpool to Portsmouth.

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

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Blackpool to Portsmouth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 49m
£86–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to University of Portsmouthbus 030
8h 39m
£57–143
Drive 266.4 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Portsmouthcar 266.4 mi
4h 54m
£67–96
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Eastleigh to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
5h 6m
£101–239
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
7h 35m
£138–213
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to London Victoriabus Uk026
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
10h 55m
£68–125
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus
6h 31m
£89–313

Blackpool to Portsmouth by train and subway

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.5 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Portsmouth & Southsea via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to University of Portsmouth via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 39m.

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