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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Portsmouth?

The distance between Nottingham and Portsmouth is 203 miles. The road distance is 177.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 53m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Nottingham to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Portsmouth bus from?

Nottingham to Portsmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Portsmouth train from?

Nottingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 3h 53m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Nottingham to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Nottingham to Portsmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Nottingham to Portsmouth train arrive?

Nottingham to Portsmouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Portsmouth is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Nottingham to Portsmouth.

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

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Nottingham to Portsmouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham to Portsmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 53m
£86–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus 030
6h 34m
£25–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 450 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 56m
£55–99
Drive 176.6 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Portsmouthcar 176.6 mi
3h 9m
£44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Basingstoketrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 24m
£93–151

Nottingham to Portsmouth by train, foot, and subway

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.7 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Portsmouth & Southsea via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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