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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Canterbury?

The distance between Portsmouth and Canterbury is 147 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Canterbury bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Canterbury is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Portsmouth to Canterbury.

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

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Portsmouth to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 27m
£66–150
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 Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 4m
£29–72
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Canterburycar 125.8 mi
2h 6m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 4m
£65–137
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station 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
7h 23m

Portsmouth to Canterbury by train, subway, and foot

127Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Canterbury West via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 4m.

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