What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Long Melford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Long Melford. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Chapel Green via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Long Melford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Long Melford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Long Melford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Long Melford is 148 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Long Melford without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Long Melford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Long Melford train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Long Melford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Long Melford is to bus which takes 6h 52m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Long Melford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Long Melford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Long Melford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Long Melford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Portsmouth to Long Melford.

Where can I stay near Long Melford?

There are 683+ hotels available in Long Melford.

Portsmouth to Long Melford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
3h 57m
£64–147
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 / ...
6h 52m
£30–66
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Long Melfordcar 135 mi
3h 8m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 17m
£63–149

Portsmouth to Long Melford by train, subway, and bus

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Long Melford, England?

You can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Chapel Green via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Chapel Green via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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