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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Parkside and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Ely to Portsmouth?

The distance between Ely and Portsmouth is 147 miles. The road distance is 146.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Ely to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Portsmouth bus from?

Ely to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Portsmouth train from?

Ely to Portsmouth train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Ely to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Ely to Portsmouth is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Ely to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Ely to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Portsmouth train arrive?

Ely to Portsmouth train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Ely to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Portsmouth is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ely to Portsmouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 28m
£63–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus 030
6h 57m
£29–46
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Portsmouthcar 145.5 mi
2h 48m
£37–53
Train via London
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 56m
£76–125
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East Croydontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 31m
£83–113

Ely to Portsmouth by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 146.3 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Portsmouth & Southsea via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to University of Portsmouth via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 57m.

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