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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at St Georges Square via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Dover to Portsmouth?

The distance between Dover and Portsmouth is 154 miles. The road distance is 125.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Dover to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Portsmouth train from?

Dover to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Dover to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Dover to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Portsmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Portsmouth is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Dover to Portsmouth.

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

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 11m
£72–156
Bus
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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
7h 8m
£31–78
Drive 124.5 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Portsmouthcar 124.5 mi
2h 37m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 31m
£80–163

Dover to Portsmouth by train, foot, and subway

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.7 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Portsmouth & Southsea via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to St Georges Square via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 8m.

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