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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Peterborough is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Peterborough is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Queensgate Bus Stn via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Peterborough via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Peterborough?

The distance between Portsmouth and Peterborough is 153 miles. The road distance is 153 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Peterborough without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Portsmouth to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Peterborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Peterborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Peterborough?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Peterborough is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h.

Where does the Portsmouth to Peterborough bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Peterborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Peterborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Peterborough is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Portsmouth to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 52m
£53–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B25
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Queensgate Bus Stnbus B22
6h
£34–82
Drive 152.1 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Peterboroughcar 152.1 mi
2h 45m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to Peterboroughtrain Horsham - Peterborough
4h 19m
£85–168

Portsmouth to Peterborough by train, subway, and foot

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Peterborough via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Queensgate Bus Stn via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate in around 6h.

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