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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at University of Portsmouth via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Kent to Portsmouth?

The distance between Kent and Portsmouth is 135 miles. The road distance is 108.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Kent to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Portsmouth bus from?

Kent to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Portsmouth train from?

Kent to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Train or bus from Kent to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Kent to Portsmouth is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Kent to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Kent to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kent to Portsmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kent to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Portsmouth is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Kent to Portsmouth.

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

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Kent to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 56m
£65–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University of Portsmouthbus 030
6h 16m
£25–61
Line 7 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Bus Stationbus 291
3. Take the train from Crawley to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
5h 55m
Drive 107.9 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Portsmouthcar 107.9 mi
1h 48m
£27–39

Kent to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Portsmouth & Southsea via London Victoria in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to University of Portsmouth via King Street and London Victoria in around 6h 16m.

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