What is the cheapest way to get from London to Southsea?

The cheapest way to get from London to Southsea is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Southsea?

The fastest way to get from London to Southsea is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £29 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between London and Southsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at University of Portsmouth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between London and Southsea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Fratton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from London to Southsea?

The distance between London and Southsea is 73 miles. The road distance is 76.2 miles.

How do I travel from London to Southsea without a car?

The best way to get from London to Southsea without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £29 - £65.

How long does it take to get from London to Southsea?

The train from London Waterloo Station to Fratton takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the London to Southsea bus from?

London to Southsea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Southsea train from?

London to Southsea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from London to Southsea?

The best way to get from London to Southsea is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the London to Southsea bus arrive?

London to Southsea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University of Portsmouth station.

Where does the London to Southsea train arrive?

London to Southsea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Fratton station.

Can I drive from London to Southsea?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Southsea is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from London to Southsea.

How do I get a train ticket from London to Southsea?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Southsea?

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Where can I stay near Southsea?

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London to Southsea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London to Southsea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Frattontrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
1h 26m
£29–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University of Portsmouthbus 030
2h 55m
£15–40
Drive 75.7 mi
1. Drive from London to Southseacar 75.7 mi
1h 35m
£19–27
Train via London Victoria
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour
2h 17m
£46–82

London to Southsea by train

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Distance: 72.4 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between London, England and Southsea, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Fratton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £29–65 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University of Portsmouth hourly. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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