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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham is to train and bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Birmingham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Birmingham is 161 miles. The road distance is 147.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Birmingham bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Birmingham train arrive?

Portsmouth to Birmingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Winchester station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Birmingham is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Winchestertrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 56m
£82–136
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920
5h 14m
£33–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
4h 47m
£34–85
Drive 146.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Birminghamcar 146.2 mi
2h 43m
£36–52

Portsmouth to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Birmingham New Street via Winchester in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 47m.

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