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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Georges Square via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Portsmouth?

The distance between Canterbury and Portsmouth is 147 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Portsmouth bus from?

Canterbury to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Portsmouth train from?

Canterbury to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Canterbury to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Canterbury to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Portsmouth train arrive?

Canterbury to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Portsmouth is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Canterbury to Portsmouth.

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

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Canterbury to Portsmouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury to Portsmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 57m
£67–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Georges Squarebus 030
5h 52m
£29–71
Drive 125.3 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Portsmouthcar 125.3 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 2m
£72–147
Bus, line 7 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Bus Stationbus 291
4. Take the train from Crawley to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
7h 5m

Canterbury to Portsmouth by train, foot, and subway

145Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.9 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Portsmouth & Southsea via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to St Georges Square via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h 52m.

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