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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Charlton is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Charlton is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Charlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Charlton. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Napier Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Ashford Hospital Entrance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Charlton?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Upper Halliford via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Charlton?

The distance between Portsmouth and Charlton is 71 miles. The road distance is 60.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Charlton without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Portsmouth to Charlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Charlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Charlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Charlton?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Charlton is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Charlton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Charlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Charlton is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Portsmouth to Charlton.

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

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Where can I stay near Charlton?

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Portsmouth to Charlton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 557 bus

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2h 22m
£14–33
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Upper Hallifordtrain London Waterloo - Shepperton
2h 39m
£39–86
Drive 60.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Charltoncar 60.2 mi
1h 6m
£15–21
Train, bus, line 557 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain
2. Take the bus from Woking station to Tescobus 456
3. Take the bus from Tesco to Vincent Drivebus 557
3h 19m
£27–56

Portsmouth to Charlton by train

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Charlton, Surrey, England?

National Express operates a bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Upper Halliford via London Waterloo in around 2h 39m.

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