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

The cheapest way to get from Sussex to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sussex to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Sussex and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Sussex station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Bluebell station and arriving at Clarence Pier via School Hill Bottom and Old Steine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Sussex and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Sussex to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Haywards Heath and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Three Bridges. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Sussex to Portsmouth?

The distance between Sussex and Portsmouth is 72 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sussex to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Sussex to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sussex to Portsmouth bus from?

Sussex to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Sussex to Portsmouth train from?

Sussex to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Three Bridges station.

Train or bus from Sussex to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Sussex to Portsmouth is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Sussex to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Sussex to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Clarence Pier station.

Where does the Sussex to Portsmouth train arrive?

Sussex to Portsmouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Can I drive from Sussex to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Sussex to Portsmouth is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Sussex to Portsmouth.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 3059+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

Sussex to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 28 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Three Bridges to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 14m
£52–91
Drive 62.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sussex to Portsmouthcar 62.5 mi
1h 13m
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Clarence Pierbus Vc3
4h 43m
£17–34
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from School Hill Bottom to Valley Gardensbus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea / ...
3h 29m
£30–54

Sussex to Portsmouth by foot, bus, and train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.8 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Southern operates a train from Three Bridges to Portsmouth & Southsea hourly. Tickets cost £29–60 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Old Steine to Clarence Pier twice daily. Tickets cost £10–25 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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