What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Terminal 5, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Polegate via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to East Sussex?

The distance between Portsmouth and East Sussex is 72 miles. The road distance is 74.1 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to East Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to East Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to East Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to East Sussex is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Portsmouth to East Sussex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to East Sussex train arrive?

Portsmouth to East Sussex train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to East Sussex is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Portsmouth to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1301+ hotels available in East Sussex.

Portsmouth to East Sussex - 4 ways to travel via train, line 700 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brightontrain Portsmouth & Southsea - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Polegatetrain Brighton - Eastbourne / ...
3h 17m
£35–67
Drive 73.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to East Sussexcar 73.7 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Line 700 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Civic Offices to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the train from Chichester to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
4h 58m
£25–41
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 High Streetbus 500
5h 25m
£26–46

Portsmouth to East Sussex by train and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Fiennes Road via Brighton, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 5h 25m.

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