What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to The Needles?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to The Needles is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to The Needles?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to The Needles is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and The Needles?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to The Needles. However, there are services departing from Clarence Pier and arriving at Larksfield via Marine Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and The Needles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Horsham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to The Needles?

The distance between Portsmouth and The Needles is 48 miles. The road distance is 49.3 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to The Needles without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to The Needles without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £24 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to The Needles?

The train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horsham takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to The Needles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to The Needles train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to The Needles?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to The Needles is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 23 bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Portsmouth to The Needles bus arrive?

Portsmouth to The Needles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marine Parade station.

Where does the Portsmouth to The Needles train arrive?

Portsmouth to The Needles train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to The Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to The Needles is 49 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Portsmouth to The Needles.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to The Needles?

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Where can I stay near The Needles?

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Portsmouth to The Needles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 23 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to The Needles by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
1h 13m
£24–50
Drive 49 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to The Needlescar 49 mi
56 min
£12–18
Bus, line 23 bus
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Marine Paradebus Vc3
2. Take the bus from Marine Parade to Larksfieldbus 23 / ...
3h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portsmouth to The Needlestaxi 49 mi
56 min
£130–160

Portsmouth to The Needles by train

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and The Needles, England?

Southern operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horsham hourly. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarence Pier to Larksfield via Marine Parade in around 3h 1m.

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