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

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

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 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 Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Kent?

The distance between Portsmouth and Kent is 124 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 36m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Portsmouth to Kent, including transfers.

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.

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?

There are 1244+ hotels available in Kent.

Portsmouth to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Kent 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 Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 36m
£56–124
Drive 108.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Kentcar 108.2 mi
1h 49m
£27–39
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the bus from Station Way to Railway Stationbus 291
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
6h 24m
Train via London
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junctiontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 40m
£54–114

Portsmouth to Kent by train and bus

233Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.7 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Lenham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd, Victoria Station, and London Victoria in around 3h 36m.

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