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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £15 - £30 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Cornfield Road and arriving at Clarence Pier via Old Steine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Portsmouth?

The distance between Eastbourne and Portsmouth is 68 miles. The road distance is 71.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Eastbourne to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Portsmouth bus from?

Eastbourne to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Cornfield Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Portsmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Portsmouth is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £30 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Portsmouth train arrive?

Eastbourne to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Portsmouth is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Eastbourne to Portsmouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Brightontrain Eastbourne - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea / ...
2h 49m
£35–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Old Steinebus 12X / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Steine to Clarence Pierbus Vc3
4h 46m
£15–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Brighton Stationbus 12X / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea / ...
3h 28m
£29–51
Drive 71.4 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Portsmouthcar 71.4 mi
1h 24m
£18–26

Eastbourne to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 68.1 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Portsmouth & Southsea via Brighton in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cornfield Road to Clarence Pier via Old Steine in around 4h 46m.

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