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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Kent is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Kent is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Kent?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Kent. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Dickley Wood via London Victoria and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Kent. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Lenham via London Waterloo East and Maidstone East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Kent?

The distance between Portsmouth and Kent is 121 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Kent without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Portsmouth to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Kent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Kent train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Kent?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Kent is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Kent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Kent is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Portsmouth to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

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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 Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 46m
£50–99
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 King Streetbus 814
6h 46m
£23–36
Drive 108.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Kentcar 108.2 mi
1h 49m
£27–39
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from Bromley South to Lenhamtrain
4h 10m
£54–95

Portsmouth to Kent by train and foot

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Lenham via London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Maidstone East in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Dickley Wood via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and King Street in around 6h 46m.

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