What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at The Square via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Birchington-on-Sea via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

The distance between Portsmouth and Birchington-on-Sea is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea bus from?

Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea train from?

Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea is to train via London which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea train arrive?

Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Birchington-on-Sea?

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Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junctiontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Birchington-on-Seatrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 15m
£65–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Squarebus 022
6h 55m
£31–77
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Seacar 136.5 mi
2h 16m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Birchington-on-Seatrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 16m
£66–147
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the bus from Station Way to Railway Stationbus 291
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
4. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
8h 3m

Portsmouth to Birchington-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 141.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Birchington-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Birchington-on-Sea via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to The Square via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 55m.

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