What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Portland is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Portland?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Portland is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Portland. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Weymouth via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Portland?

The distance between Plymouth and Portland is 154 miles. The road distance is 102.4 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Portland without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Portland?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Plymouth to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Portland train from?

Plymouth to Portland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Where does the Plymouth to Portland train arrive?

Plymouth to Portland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Portland is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Plymouth to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Portland.

Plymouth to Portland - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Plymouth to Portland by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Castle Carytrain Plymouth - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
4h 15m
£67–127
Drive 101.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plymouth to Portlandcar 101.8 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Yeovil Pen Milltrain
3. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Weymouthtrain
5h 26m
£56–116

Plymouth to Portland by train and bus

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Portland, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Plymouth to Mereside via Castle Cary, Weymouth, and King Street in around 4h 15m.

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