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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Durham is to bus which costs £50 - £100 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Durham is to train and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs £90 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Durham. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Durham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Durham via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Durham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Durham is 331 miles. The road distance is 317.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Durham without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Portsmouth to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Durham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Durham is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Durham is 317 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Portsmouth to Durham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 23m
£114–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dolphin Centrebus 815
8h 31m
£50–95
Drive 315.5 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Durhamcar 315.5 mi
5h 24m
£79–114
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Eastleightrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 5m
£92–232
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Winchestertrain
2. Take the train from Winchester to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Durhamtrain
7h 12m
£150–241
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Hartlepooltrain
4. Take the bus from Hartlepool Interchange to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridgebus 59
8h 47m
£115–167
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 34m
£63–260
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 57m
£79–179

Portsmouth to Durham by train

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Distance: 329.5 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Durham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Durham via Heathrow Terminal 5, Dolphin Centre, and Darlington in around 8h 31m.

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