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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Salcombe is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Salcombe is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Salcombe?

The distance between Portsmouth and Salcombe is 200 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 6h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Portsmouth to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Salcombe bus from?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Salcombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Salcombe is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Portsmouth to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1587+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Portsmouth to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
4. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus 164
6h 3m
Drive 168.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Salcombecar 168.4 mi
3h 12m
£41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 501
9h 50m
£48–115
Train, line 164 bus via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
4. Take the bus from Station Road to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
6h 12m

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Distance: 199.1 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Shadycombe Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 9h 50m.

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