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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Portsmouth Harbour via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour?

The distance between Reading and Portsmouth Harbour is 63 miles. The road distance is 56.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £25 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portsmouth Harbour bus from?

Reading to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portsmouth Harbour train from?

Reading to Portsmouth Harbour train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour?

The best way to get from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £25 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Reading to Portsmouth Harbour bus arrive?

Reading to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Portsmouth Harbour train arrive?

Reading to Portsmouth Harbour train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Portsmouth Harbour station.

Can I drive from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Portsmouth Harbour is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Portsmouth Harbour by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 15m
£25–59
Drive 56.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Portsmouth Harbourcar 56.2 mi
1h 16m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Georges Squarebus 030
3h 17m
£38–59

Reading to Portsmouth Harbour by train and foot

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Distance: 63 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbour hourly. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Portsmouth Harbour via Heathrow Terminal 5 and St Georges Square in around 3h 17m.

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