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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Southsea is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Southsea is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £90 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Southsea?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Southsea. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Southsea?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Southsea. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Fratton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Manchester to Southsea?

The distance between Manchester and Southsea is 259 miles. The road distance is 231.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Southsea without a car is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Manchester to Southsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Southsea bus from?

Manchester to Southsea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Southsea train from?

Manchester to Southsea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Southsea?

The best way to get from Manchester to Southsea is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Southsea bus arrive?

Manchester to Southsea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Manchester to Southsea train arrive?

Manchester to Southsea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Southsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Southsea is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Manchester to Southsea.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Southsea?

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Manchester to Southsea - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Southsea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Frattontrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h
£90–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to University of Portsmouthbus 030
6h 25m
£43–67
Drive 230.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Southseacar 230.1 mi
4h 19m
£58–84
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus
5h 12m
£69–274
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Winchestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 53m
£106–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour
7h 34m
£61–103
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Frattontrain
6h 22m
£84–251
Train to Liverpool, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LPL - SOU
6h 36m
£112–239

Manchester to Southsea by train and subway

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fratton via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 25m.

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