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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Rayleigh via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Rayleigh?

The distance between Portsmouth and Rayleigh is 111 miles. The road distance is 115.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Portsmouth to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Rayleigh train from?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Rayleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Rayleigh is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Portsmouth to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Portsmouth to Rayleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Rayleigh by train 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 Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 38m
£45–82
Drive 115.2 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Rayleighcar 115.2 mi
1h 57m
£29–41
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Benfleettrain
4h 20m
£51–84

Portsmouth to Rayleigh by train and subway

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Distance: 110.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Rayleigh via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 38m.

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