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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Caterham is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Caterham is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Caterham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Caterham station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Caterham station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Caterham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Redhill via Horsham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Caterham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Caterham is 72 miles. The road distance is 72.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Caterham without a car is to train and line 400 bus which takes 2h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Portsmouth to Caterham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Caterham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Caterham train from?

Portsmouth to Caterham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Caterham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Caterham is to bus and line 400 bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Caterham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Caterham train arrive?

Portsmouth to Caterham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Caterham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Caterham is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Portsmouth to Caterham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Caterham?

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Where can I stay near Caterham?

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Portsmouth to Caterham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 400 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 400 bus
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the train from Guildford to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Caterham stationbus 400 / ...
2h 25m
Drive 72.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Caterhamcar 72.1 mi
1h 16m
£18–26
Bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Caterham stationbus 400
3h 43m
£23–43
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to Redhilltrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
2h 40m
£33–66
Train via East Croydon
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Caterhamtrain
2h 47m
£42–84

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Distance: 72 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Caterham station via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Caterham station via Horsham, Redhill, and Redhill Bus Station in around 2h 40m.

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