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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Clarence Pier via Market Place and Seldown Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Portsmouth is 76 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Portsmouth bus from?

Shaftesbury to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Portsmouth train from?

Shaftesbury to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Market Place station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Portsmouth train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Portsmouth is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Shaftesbury to Portsmouth.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 3070+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

Shaftesbury to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 12m
£34–70
Drive 63 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Portsmouthcar 63 mi
1h 18m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 21m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to Market Placebus Cr7
2. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Clarence Pierbus Vc1
4h 52m

Shaftesbury to Portsmouth by bus and train

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Distance: 75.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Portsmouth & Southsea via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), and Salisbury in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Town Hall to Clarence Pier via Market Place, Bus Station, and Seldown Coach Station in around 4h 52m.

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