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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Portsmouth is 223 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth without a car is to train via Newport which takes 5h 34m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Portsmouth bus from?

Shrewsbury to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Portsmouth train from?

Shrewsbury to Portsmouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth is to train via Newport which takes 5h 34m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Portsmouth train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Portsmouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Portsmouth is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth.

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
5h 34m
£93–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Georges Squarebus 030
7h 19m
£41–99
Drive 177.6 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Portsmouthcar 177.6 mi
3h 26m
£44–63
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslowtrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Eastleigh to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
5h 11m
£101–219
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
5h 49m
£101–161
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslowtrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Woking to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
5h 52m
£97–322
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane BHX - SOU
7h 44m
£130–246

Shrewsbury to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Portsmouth & Southsea via Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

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