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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Rottingdean is to bus which costs £12 - £27 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Rottingdean is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Rottingdean?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Rottingdean. However, there are services departing from Clarence Pier and arriving at White Horses via North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Rottingdean?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Rottingdean. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Brighton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Rottingdean?

The distance between Portsmouth and Rottingdean is 49 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Rottingdean without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Portsmouth to Rottingdean, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Rottingdean bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Rottingdean train from?

Portsmouth to Rottingdean train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Rottingdean?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Rottingdean is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £27 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Rottingdean bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Rottingdean bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Rottingdean train arrive?

Portsmouth to Rottingdean train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Rottingdean?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Rottingdean is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Portsmouth to Rottingdean.

Where can I stay near Rottingdean?

There are 1964+ hotels available in Rottingdean.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brightontrain Portsmouth & Southsea - Brighton / ...
1h 41m
£25–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Old Steinebus Vc3
2h 35m
£12–27
Drive 53.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Rottingdeancar 53.2 mi
1h 8m
£13–19
Line 700 bus, train, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Civic Offices to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the train from Chichester to Hovetrain
3. Take the bus from George Street to Bazehill Roadbus 2
3h 16m
£19–35

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Distance: 48.9 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Southern operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brighton hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Clarence Pier to Old Steine twice daily. Tickets cost £10–24 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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