What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Portland is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Portland?

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Portland is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Portland. However, there are services departing from Cornfield Road and arriving at Victoria Square via Old Steine, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Kings Statue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Portland. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Weymouth via Brighton and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Portland?

The distance between Eastbourne and Portland is 154 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne to Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Portland without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £65 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne to Portland?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Eastbourne to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Portland bus from?

Eastbourne to Portland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Portland train from?

Eastbourne to Portland train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Portland?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Portland is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Portland bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Portland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Portland train arrive?

Eastbourne to Portland train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Portland is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Eastbourne to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1140+ hotels available in Portland.

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There are 3 ways to get from Eastbourne to Portland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 21m
£68–149
Drive 151 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Portlandcar 151 mi
2h 51m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Marks and Spencerbus 035
8h 9m
£41–96

Eastbourne to Portland by train and bus

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.6 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Portland, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Mereside via Brighton, Southampton Central, Weymouth, and King Street in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cornfield Road to Victoria Square via Old Steine, Heathrow Terminal 5, Marks and Spencer, and Kings Statue in around 8h 9m.

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