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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Luton is to bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Luton station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Luton. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Luton via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Luton?

The distance between Portsmouth and Luton is 106 miles. The road distance is 95.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Portsmouth to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Luton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Luton?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Luton is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Luton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Luton is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Portsmouth to Luton.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Luton 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 West Hampstead Thameslink to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 23m
£48–113
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 Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
3h 36m
£20–48
Drive 95 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Lutoncar 95 mi
1h 45m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnham to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
4h 34m
£51–103

Portsmouth to Luton by train and subway

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Luton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Luton Station Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 36m.

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