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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at University of Portsmouth via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Colchester to Portsmouth?

The distance between Colchester and Portsmouth is 130 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Colchester to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Portsmouth bus from?

Colchester to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Portsmouth train from?

Colchester to Portsmouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Colchester to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Colchester to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Colchester to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Colchester to Portsmouth train arrive?

Colchester to Portsmouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Portsmouth is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Colchester to Portsmouth.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 46m
£54–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University of Portsmouthbus 030
6h 15m
£25–42
Drive 142.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Portsmouthcar 142.8 mi
2h 26m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 40m
£63–106

Colchester to Portsmouth by train and subway

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Portsmouth & Southsea via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to University of Portsmouth via London Victoria in around 6h 15m.

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