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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Sleaford is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Sleaford is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Sleaford station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, St Mary's Way and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Sleaford via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Sleaford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Sleaford is 189 miles. The road distance is 187.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Sleaford without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Portsmouth to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Sleaford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Sleaford train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Sleaford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Sleaford is to train via London which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Sleaford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Sleaford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Sleaford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Sleaford is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Portsmouth to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Sleaford by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4h 30m
£69–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
9h 38m
£38–92
Drive 186.6 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Sleafordcar 186.6 mi
3h 27m
£46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
5h 56m
£97–180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from City Shops South to Central Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
4. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleafordtrain
8h 37m
£121–172

Portsmouth to Sleaford by train, subway, and foot

85Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.5 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Sleaford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Peterborough in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, Windsor Street, St Mary's Way, and Bus Station in around 9h 38m.

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