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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Essex is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Essex. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Essex. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at White Notley via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Essex?

The distance between Portsmouth and Essex is 120 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Essex without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Portsmouth to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Essex?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Essex is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Essex bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Essex is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Portsmouth to Essex.

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

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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 Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 32m
£56–132
Bus
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1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 8m
£27–63
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Essexcar 118.6 mi
2h 41m
£29–42
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Shenfieldtrain
5h 5m
£70–137

Portsmouth to Essex by train

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Distance: 119.4 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to White Notley via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 8m.

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