What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Library via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Herne Bay via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

The distance between Portsmouth and Herne Bay is 134 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Herne Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Herne Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Herne Bay is to train via London which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Herne Bay bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Herne Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Herne Bay train arrive?

Portsmouth to Herne Bay train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Herne Bay is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Portsmouth to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Herne Bay?

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Where can I stay near Herne Bay?

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Portsmouth to Herne Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junctiontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
4h 5m
£60–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 48m
£32–75
Drive 129.5 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Herne Baycar 129.5 mi
2h 10m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
4h 17m
£65–146
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 291
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
4. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
8h 1m

Portsmouth to Herne Bay by train

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Distance: 133.5 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Herne Bay via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Library via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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