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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £24 - £80 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Birmingham International via Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Portsmouth and Birmingham NEC is 153 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £80 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC 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 Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 53m
£77–121
Bus
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1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 210
4h 54m
£24–79
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Birmingham NECcar 142.6 mi
2h 29m
£35–50

Portsmouth to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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3h 53mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Birmingham NEC via Winchester and Birmingham International in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Birmingham NEC via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal in around 4h 54m.

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