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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Parkside 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 Cambridge and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Portsmouth?

The distance between Cambridge and Portsmouth is 147 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Cambridge to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Portsmouth bus from?

Cambridge to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Portsmouth train from?

Cambridge to Portsmouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Portsmouth is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Cambridge to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Portsmouth train arrive?

Cambridge to Portsmouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Portsmouth is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cambridge to Portsmouth.

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

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Cambridge to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 76 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East Croydontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 45m
£72–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Georges Squarebus 030
5h 14m
£28–68
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Portsmouthcar 129.4 mi
2h 24m
£32–46
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hale Bus Station to Lower Marshbus 76
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
4h 14m
£55–117

Cambridge to Portsmouth by train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.7 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Portsmouth & Southsea via East Croydon in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 14m.

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