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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Farnborough is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Farnborough is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Farnborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Farnborough station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Frimley station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Farnborough?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Farnborough (Main). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Farnborough?

The distance between Portsmouth and Farnborough is 62 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Farnborough without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £25 - £60.

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

The train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Farnborough (Main) takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Farnborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Farnborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Farnborough?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Farnborough is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £25 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 730 bus, which costs and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Farnborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Farnborough train arrive?

Portsmouth to Farnborough train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Farnborough (Main) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Farnborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Farnborough is 42 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Portsmouth to Farnborough.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Farnborough?

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Portsmouth to Farnborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 730 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Farnborough (Main)train Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
1h 28m
£25–60
Drive 42.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Farnboroughcar 42.2 mi
56 min
£11–15
Bus, line 730 bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Frimley stationbus 730
2h 39m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portsmouth to Farnboroughtaxi 42.2 mi
56 min
£110–140

Portsmouth to Farnborough by train

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Distance: 61.2 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Farnborough (Main) hourly. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Frimley station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 39m.

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