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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Harlow is to bus and line 510 bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Harlow is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Harlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Harlow. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Burnt Mill School via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Harlow?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Harlow Town via Waterloo station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Harlow?

The distance between Portsmouth and Harlow is 98 miles. The road distance is 99.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Harlow without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Portsmouth to Harlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Harlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Harlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Harlow?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Harlow is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 510 bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Harlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Harlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Harlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Harlow is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Portsmouth to Harlow.

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

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Portsmouth to Harlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 510 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Harlow by train, bus, or car

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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 London Liverpool Street to Harlow Towntrain Stansted Express
2h 25m
£42–93
Bus, line 510 bus
cheapest
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Burnt Mill Schoolbus 510 / ...
5h 2m
£24–58
Drive 99.1 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Harlowcar 99.1 mi
2h 14m
£25–35
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Tottenham Hale Bus Stationbus 76
3h 9m
£44–91
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Harlow Towntrain
4h 7m
£61–132

Portsmouth to Harlow by train, subway, and foot

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.6 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Harlow Town via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Bank station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Burnt Mill School via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 2m.

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