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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Launceston is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Launceston is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Launceston. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Okehampton via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Launceston?

The distance between Portsmouth and Launceston is 196 miles. The road distance is 167.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Portsmouth to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Launceston train from?

Portsmouth to Launceston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Launceston?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Launceston is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 6m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Launceston train arrive?

Portsmouth to Launceston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Launceston is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Portsmouth to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Launceston.

Portsmouth to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 54m
£82–156
Drive 166.6 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Launcestoncar 166.6 mi
3h 14m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
10h 6m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Stationbus 66
7h 19m
£63–133

Portsmouth to Launceston by train and bus

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.6 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Kensey Valley Meadow via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 10h 6m.

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