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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £11 - £26 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth Harbour and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Clarence Pier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth Harbour and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth Harbour and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Bournemouth is 54 miles. The road distance is 52.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £22 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth, including transfers.

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

Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clarence Pier station.

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

Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth Harbour station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £26 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth train arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth is 53 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Southampton Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
1h 30m
£23–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Bournemouth Stationbus Vc1
2h 46m
£11–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Central Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 32m
Drive 52.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouthcar 52.2 mi
55 min
£13–19

Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth by foot and train

109Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Bournemouth via Portsmouth Harbour and Southampton Central in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Clarence Pier to Bournemouth Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £9–23 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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