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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Stansted is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Stansted is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Stansted?

The distance between Portsmouth and Stansted is 106 miles. The road distance is 94 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Portsmouth to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Stansted is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Portsmouth to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2303+ hotels available in Stansted.

Portsmouth to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 223 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Stansted by train, bus, 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 London Waterloo East to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Ashford International / ...
3h 4m
£56–111
Drive 93.4 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Stanstedcar 93.4 mi
1h 34m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to War Memorialbus 291
6h 22m
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus 223
4h 53m

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Distance: 105.2 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Stansted via London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Borough Green & Wrotham in around 3h 4m.

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