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How to get fromCowes to Portland Harbourby ferry, train, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Cowes to Portland Harbour by ferry, train, or bus

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  1. Ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Weymouthtrain train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
    3h 3m
    £72–121

  2. Ferry, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Marks and Spencerbus bus 035
    5h 10m
    £56–82

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 81.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Cowes, England and Portland Harbour, England?

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Portland Harbour. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Bargate WestQuay, take the bus to ASDA & Marlands, walk to Southampton Central, take the train to Weymouth, then take the taxi to Portland Harbour. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Portland Harbour via Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, Red Jet Terminal, Southampton Central Station, Bournemouth Station, and Marks and Spencer in around 5h 10m.

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