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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Cowes is to ferry and line 4 bus which costs £23 - £27 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Cowes is to ferry and line 4 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £23 - £27.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Cowes?

The distance between Portsmouth and Cowes is 13 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cowes without a car is to ferry and line 4 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £23 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Portsmouth to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 3407+ hotels available in Cowes.

Portsmouth to Cowes - one way to travel via ferry, and line 4 bus

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There is 1 way to get from Portsmouth to Cowes by ferry or bus

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Ferry, line 4 bus
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1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Well Roadbus 4
1h 24m
£23–26

Portsmouth to Cowes by ferry and bus

108Weekly Services

1h 24mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Portsmouth to Cowes. However, you can take the ferry to Ryde Hoverport, walk to Transport Interchange, then take the line 4 bus to Well Road.

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