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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Harpenden is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Harpenden is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Harpenden via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Harpenden?

The distance between Portsmouth and Harpenden is 100 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Portsmouth to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Harpenden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Harpenden is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Portsmouth to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Harpenden 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 / ...
2h 14m
£45–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
3h 47m
£19–42
Drive 91.4 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Harpendencar 91.4 mi
1h 45m
£23–33
Train, bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra2
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
4h 2m

Portsmouth to Harpenden by train and subway

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Distance: 99.7 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Harpenden via London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 3h 47m.

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