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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Boscastle is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Boscastle is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Boscastle?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Boscastle. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Boscastle?

The distance between Portsmouth and Boscastle is 251 miles. The road distance is 184.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Boscastle without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Portsmouth to Boscastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Boscastle train from?

Portsmouth to Boscastle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Boscastle train arrive?

Portsmouth to Boscastle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Boscastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Boscastle is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Portsmouth to Boscastle.

Where can I stay near Boscastle?

There are 3691+ hotels available in Boscastle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
5h 59m
£143–257
Drive 183.9 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Boscastlecar 183.9 mi
3h 35m
£45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
9h 11m
£74–156

Portsmouth to Boscastle by train and bus

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9h 11mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.1 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Boscastle via Westbury (Wilts) and Bodmin Parkway in around 5h 59m.

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