What is the cheapest way to get from Portishead to Downend?

The cheapest way to get from Portishead to Downend is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portishead to Downend?

The fastest way to get from Portishead to Downend is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portishead and Downend?

No, there is no direct bus from Portishead to Downend. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's and arriving at The Horseshoe via The Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Portishead to Downend?

The distance between Portishead and Downend is 23 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Portishead to Downend without a car?

The best way to get from Portishead to Downend without a car is to bus and line 48 bus which takes 1h 38m and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Portishead to Downend?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Portishead to Downend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portishead to Downend bus from?

Portishead to Downend bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Sainsbury's station.

Where does the Portishead to Downend bus arrive?

Portishead to Downend bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portishead to Downend?

Yes, the driving distance between Portishead to Downend is 15 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Portishead to Downend.

Where can I stay near Downend?

There are 2724+ hotels available in Downend.

Portishead to Downend - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 48 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portishead to Downend by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, line 48 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to Bus Stationbus X4
2. Take the bus from The Centre to The Horseshoebus 48 / ...
1h 38m
£5–6
Drive 15.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portishead to Downendcar 15.2 mi
23 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portishead to Downendtaxi 15.2 mi
23 min
£40–50

Portishead to Downend by bus and foot

1106Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.7 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Portishead, England and Downend, South Gloucestershire, England?

You can take a bus from Sainsbury's to The Horseshoe via Bus Station and The Centre in around 1h 38m.

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