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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Derby to Portsmouth?

The distance between Derby and Portsmouth is 205 miles. The road distance is 177.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Derby to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Portsmouth bus from?

Derby to Portsmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Portsmouth train from?

Derby to Portsmouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Derby to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Derby to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Derby to Portsmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Derby to Portsmouth train arrive?

Derby to Portsmouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Derby to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Portsmouth is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Derby to Portsmouth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Derby to Portsmouth?

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Derby to Portsmouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 46m
£86–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus 030
5h 45m
£27–41
Drive 176.4 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Portsmouthcar 176.4 mi
3h 10m
£44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 17m
£87–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Copeland Street to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Asda to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
8h 1m
£53–93

Derby to Portsmouth by train, foot, and subway

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Portsmouth & Southsea via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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