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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Whitstable is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Whitstable?

The distance between Portsmouth and Whitstable is 131 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Whitstable without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 58m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Portsmouth to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Whitstable is to train via London which takes 3h 58m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Whitstable bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Whitstable train arrive?

Portsmouth to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Whitstable is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Portsmouth to Whitstable.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junctiontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
3h 58m
£59–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 48m
£31–75
Drive 124.9 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Whitstablecar 124.9 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
3h 59m
£61–143
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from Bromley South to Whitstabletrain
4h 17m
£65–131

Portsmouth to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 129.9 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Horsebridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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