What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at St Georges Square via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Portsmouth Harbour via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

The distance between Margate and Portsmouth Harbour is 160 miles. The road distance is 141.5 miles.

How do I travel from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Portsmouth Harbour bus from?

Margate to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Portsmouth Harbour train from?

Margate to Portsmouth Harbour train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

The best way to get from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Margate to Portsmouth Harbour bus arrive?

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

Where does the Margate to Portsmouth Harbour train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Portsmouth Harbour is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour.

How do I get a train ticket from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour?

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Where can I stay near Portsmouth Harbour?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Portsmouth Harbour.

Margate to Portsmouth Harbour - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour
4h 22m
£78–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Georges Squarebus 030
6h 46m
£32–79
Drive 140.6 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Portsmouth Harbourcar 140.6 mi
2h 23m
£34–49
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Margate to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
4h 54m
£68–148

Margate to Portsmouth Harbour by train and foot

132Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Margate, England and Portsmouth Harbour, England?

You can take a train from Margate to Portsmouth Harbour via London Victoria and Portsmouth Harbour in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Portsmouth Harbour via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and St Georges Square in around 6h 46m.

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