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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 8m.

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 8m and costs £30 - £50.

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 24m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Portsmouth?

The distance between Stanstead and Portsmouth is 144 miles. The road distance is 139.6 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 24m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Stanstead to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Portsmouth train from?

Stanstead to Portsmouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey 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 8m to drive from Stanstead to Portsmouth.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 3087+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

Stanstead to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 43 bus

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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 24m
£64–152
Drive 138.8 mi
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1. Drive from Stanstead to Portsmouthcar 138.8 mi
3h 8m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Victoria Stationbus A8
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 36m
£54–119
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
4h 29m
£65–151

Stanstead to Portsmouth by bus, train, and subway

84Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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 24m.

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