What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour is to bus which costs £11 - £27 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at The Hard Interchange via Hovertravel Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Portsmouth Harbour via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

The distance between Bournemouth and Portsmouth Harbour is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour without a car is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs £11 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour bus from?

Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour train from?

Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs £11 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Clarence Pier station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour train arrive?

Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour is 53 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour?

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Clarence Pierbus Vc1
1h 50m
£12–26
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth Harbourtrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 1m
£22–51
Drive 52.6 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbourcar 52.6 mi
55 min
£13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to The Hard Interchangebus X5 / ...
2h 39m

Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour by train and foot

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Distance: 52.2 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Portsmouth Harbour, England?

National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Clarence Pier 6 times a week. Tickets cost £9–24 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bournemouth to Portsmouth Harbour via Southampton Central and Portsmouth Harbour in around 2h 1m.

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