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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Somerset is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Taunton via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Somerset?

The distance between Portsmouth and Somerset is 138 miles. The road distance is 104.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Somerset without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Portsmouth to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Somerset train from?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Somerset train arrive?

Portsmouth to Somerset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Somerset is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Portsmouth to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 967+ hotels available in Somerset.

Portsmouth to Somerset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 374 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
4h 8m
£51–92
Drive 103.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Somersetcar 103.6 mi
2h 19m
£26–37
Train, bus, line 374 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lower Durstonbus 374
5h 39m
£44–83
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 8m
£54–102

Portsmouth to Somerset by train and bus

109Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Shovel Lane via Westbury (Wilts), Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 4h 8m.

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