What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Ashdown Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Old Forge Lane via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Ashdown Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Uckfield via Horsham and East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest?

The distance between Portsmouth and Ashdown Forest is 79 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest without a car is to train and line 500 bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest bus from?

Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest train from?

Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest is to bus and line 500 bus which takes 4h 24m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest train arrive?

Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest.

Where can I stay near Ashdown Forest?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ashdown Forest.

Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 500 bus
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
3h 23m
£33–63
Drive 67.2 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Ashdown Forestcar 67.2 mi
1h 19m
£17–24
Bus, line 500 bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
4h 24m
£23–43
Train, line 500 bus via Woking
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Old Forge Lanebus 500
3h 41m
£32–66
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Uckfieldtrain
4h 36m
£57–116

Portsmouth to Ashdown Forest by train and bus

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Distance: 78.9 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Ashdown Forest, England?

You can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Old Forge Lane via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Old Forge Lane via Horsham, East Croydon, Uckfield, and Bus Station in around 4h 36m.

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