What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands is to bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Blue Gates via London Heathrow Airport and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to West Midlands?

The distance between Portsmouth and West Midlands is 166 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to West Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to West Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Portsmouth to West Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to West Midlands train arrive?

Portsmouth to West Midlands train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to West Midlands is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portsmouth to West Midlands.

Where can I stay near West Midlands?

There are 3330+ hotels available in West Midlands.

Portsmouth to West Midlands - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to West Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Basingstoketrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 34m
£81–136
Bus
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1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920 / ...
5h 31m
£27–54
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to West Midlandscar 148.4 mi
2h 47m
£37–53

Portsmouth to West Midlands by train and bus

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Crocketts Lane via Basingstoke, Birmingham New Street, and New Street Station in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Blue Gates via London Heathrow Airport, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Newhall Street in around 5h 31m.

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