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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Bus Station, Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Marks Tey, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Portsmouth?

The distance between Stanstead and Portsmouth is 145 miles. The road distance is 139.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Portsmouth bus from?

Stanstead to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Portsmouth train from?

Stanstead to Portsmouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Stanstead to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Stanstead to Portsmouth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Drummer St Bus Station.

Where does the Stanstead to Portsmouth train arrive?

Stanstead to Portsmouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Portsmouth is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Stanstead to Portsmouth.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 2873+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 34m
£58–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
2. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus 030
8h 19m
£23–39
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Portsmouthcar 138.8 mi
3h 11m
£35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hospital Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge South to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
6h 23m
£82–115

Stanstead to Portsmouth by bus, train, and subway

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Portsmouth & Southsea via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to University of Portsmouth via Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station, Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 19m.

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