What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay is to ferry and line 9 bus and line 7 bus which costs £24 - £29 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay is to ferry and taxi which takes 43 min and costs £65 - £80.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Alum Bay?

The distance between Portsmouth and Alum Bay is 30 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Alum Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay without a car is to ferry and line 9 bus and line 7 bus which takes 2h and costs £24 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Alum Bay?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Alum Bay.

Portsmouth to Alum Bay - 2 ways to travel via ferry, line 9 bus, and line 7 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Portsmouth to Alum Bay by ferry, bus, or taxi

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Ferry, line 9 bus, line 7 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Needles Landmark Attractionbus 7 / ...
2h
£24–28
Ferry, taxi
1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
2. Take the taxi from Ryde Hoverport to Alum Baytaxi
43 min
£66–77

Portsmouth to Alum Bay by ferry and bus

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Distance: 30 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Alum Bay, England?

There is no direct connection from Portsmouth to Alum Bay. However, you can take the ferry to Ryde Hoverport, walk to Transport Interchange, take the line 9 bus to Bus Station, then take the line 7 bus to Needles Landmark Attraction. Alternatively, you can take the ferry to Ryde Hoverport then take the taxi to Alum Bay.

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