What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Portsmouth?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Portsmouth?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Brentford and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Central London to Portsmouth?

The distance between Central London and Portsmouth is 74 miles. The road distance is 69.5 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Portsmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Portsmouth without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Central London to Portsmouth?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Central London to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Portsmouth bus from?

Central London to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Brentford County Court station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Portsmouth train from?

Central London to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Central London to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Central London to Portsmouth is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Central London to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Central London to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Central London to Portsmouth train arrive?

Central London to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Can I drive from Central London to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Portsmouth is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Central London to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Portsmouth?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
2. Take the train from Woking to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 24m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brentford County Court to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Georges Squarebus 030
3h 9m
£14–31
Drive 69.1 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Portsmouthcar 69.1 mi
1h 23m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 35m
£33–91

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Distance: 73.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a bus from Brentford County Court to St Georges Square via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, Southern operates a train from Clapham Junction to Portsmouth & Southsea hourly. Tickets cost £40–85 and the journey takes 1h 56m. South Western Railway also services this route every 4 hours.

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