What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Clarence Pier and arriving at Firs Road Top via ASDA & Marlands and Endless Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Salisbury via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Porton Down?

The distance between Portsmouth and Porton Down is 56 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £27 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Porton Down bus from?

Portsmouth to Porton Down bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clarence Pier station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Porton Down train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Porton Down?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Porton Down bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Porton Down bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Porton Down train arrive?

Portsmouth to Porton Down train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Porton Down is 43 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Portsmouth to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 532+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Portsmouth to Porton Down - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Porton Down by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 42m
£27–47
Drive 42.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Porton Downcar 42.3 mi
56 min
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Coach Stationbus Vc1
2. Take the bus from ASDA & Marlands to New Canalbus X7 / ...
4h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portsmouth to Porton Downtaxi 42.3 mi
56 min
£150–190

Portsmouth to Porton Down by train and bus

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Porton Down, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisbury hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarence Pier to Firs Road Top via Coach Station, ASDA & Marlands, New Canal, and Endless Street in around 4h 14m.

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