What is the cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Herne Bay and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Herne Bay station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Fire Station and arriving at St Georges Square via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Herne Bay to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Herne Bay and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

The distance between Herne Bay and Portsmouth is 148 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

How do I travel from Herne Bay to Portsmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Portsmouth train from?

Herne Bay to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Herne Bay station.

Train or bus from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Portsmouth is to train which takes 4h and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Herne Bay to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Herne Bay to Portsmouth train arrive?

Herne Bay to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay to Portsmouth is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Herne Bay to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Herne Bay to Portsmouth?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h
£72–153
Bus
cheapest
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 9m
£32–78
Drive 129.2 mi
1. Drive from Herne Bay to Portsmouthcar 129.2 mi
2h 10m
£32–45
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdontrain Rainham
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 33m
£62–137

Herne Bay to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 147.3 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Herne Bay, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a train from Herne Bay to Portsmouth & Southsea via London Victoria in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fire Station to St Georges Square via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 9m.

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