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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Thetford is to train and bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Thetford is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Thetford. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Thetford via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Thetford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Thetford is 170 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Portsmouth to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Thetford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Thetford train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Thetford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Thetford is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Thetford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Thetford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Thetford is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Portsmouth to Thetford.

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

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Portsmouth to Thetford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Thetford 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 King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
4h 11m
£72–171
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Thetfordbus Uk950
6h 20m
£32–66
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 Bus Interchangebus 727 / ...
6h 20m
£36–86
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Thetfordcar 160.8 mi
2h 53m
£39–57
Train, bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Thetfordtrain
5h 36m
£67–140

Portsmouth to Thetford by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Thetford, Norfolk, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Thetford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Ely in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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