What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes is to ferry and line 4 bus which costs £23 - £27 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes is to ferry and line 4 bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £23 - £27.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour (Station) and Cowes is 14 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes without a car is to ferry and line 4 bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £23 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 3392+ hotels available in Cowes.

Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes - 2 ways to travel via ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes by ferry or bus

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Ferry, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Well Roadbus 4
1h 49m
£23–26
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus X5 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2h 34m

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Distance: 13.8 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Portsmouth Harbour (Station), England and Cowes, England?

There is no direct connection from Portsmouth Harbour (Station) to Cowes. However, you can walk to Southsea Hoverport, take the ferry to Ryde Hoverport, walk to Transport Interchange, then take the line 4 bus to Well Road. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via WestQuay and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 2h 34m.

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