What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Beckton?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Beckton is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Beckton?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Beckton is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Beckton?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Beckton station. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Beckton DLR Station via Waterloo station and Canning Town DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Beckton?

The distance between Portsmouth and Beckton is 84 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Beckton without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Beckton without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Beckton?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Portsmouth to Beckton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Beckton train from?

Portsmouth to Beckton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Beckton train arrive?

Portsmouth to Beckton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Beckton?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Beckton is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Portsmouth to Beckton.

Where can I stay near Beckton?

There are 20016+ hotels available in Beckton.

Portsmouth to Beckton - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 75 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Beckton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2h 5m
£33–63
Drive 81.3 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Becktoncar 81.3 mi
1h 55m
£21–30
Train, line 75 bus, line 129 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the bus from Park Lane / Fairfield Halls to Lewisham Centrebus 75
4. Take the bus from Lewisham Centre to Kingsford Waybus 129
4h 25m
£37–119

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Distance: 83.3 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Beckton, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £27–60 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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