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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Leiston is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Leiston is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Leiston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Leiston. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Leiston?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Leiston. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Saxmundham via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Leiston?

The distance between Portsmouth and Leiston is 174 miles. The road distance is 171 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Leiston without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Portsmouth to Leiston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Leiston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Leiston train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Leiston?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Leiston is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Leiston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Leiston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Leiston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Leiston is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Portsmouth to Leiston.

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

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Where can I stay near Leiston?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Leiston 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 Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 40m
£97–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717 / ...
4. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Librarybus 64
8h 24m
£25–45
Drive 170 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Leistoncar 170 mi
3h 45m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
4. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Librarybus 64
6h 29m
£77–127

Portsmouth to Leiston by bus and foot

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Leiston via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, and Saxmundham in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Cardinal Park Cinema, and Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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