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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Portsmouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station North Interchange station and arriving at Clarence Pier. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Portsmouth?

The distance between Reading and Portsmouth is 72 miles. The road distance is 55.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Portsmouth without a car is to train via Southampton Central which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Reading to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portsmouth bus from?

Reading to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portsmouth train from?

Reading to Portsmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Reading to Portsmouth is to train via Southampton Central which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Reading to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Reading to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Clarence Pier station.

Where does the Reading to Portsmouth train arrive?

Reading to Portsmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Reading to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Portsmouth is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Reading to Portsmouth.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Portsmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Southampton Central
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
1h 53m
£36–59
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Clarence Pierbus Vc5
2h 20m
£12–35
Drive 55.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Portsmouthcar 55.6 mi
1h 15m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 8m
£25–59

Reading to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 71.2 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Portsmouth & Southsea via Southampton Central in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Station North Interchange to Clarence Pier 6 times a week. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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