What is the cheapest way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour is to line 50 bus and bus which costs £14 - £30 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Portsmouth Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Portsmouth Harbour. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Hard Interchange via Bournemouth Station and Hovertravel Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour?

The distance between Swanage and Portsmouth Harbour is 69 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

How do I travel from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 3h 31m and costs £25 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour bus from?

Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour bus arrive?

Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth Harbour?

There are 3064+ hotels available in Portsmouth Harbour.

Swanage to Portsmouth Harbour - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus

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

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
3h 31m
£25–54
Line 50 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Clarence Pierbus Vc1
4h 8m
£14–30
Drive 71.8 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Portsmouth Harbourcar 71.8 mi
1h 26m
£18–25
Line 50 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central Station to The Hard Interchangebus X5 / ...
4h 8m

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and Portsmouth Harbour, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Portsmouth Harbour via Bournemouth Station, Clarence Pier, Hovertravel Stop, and The Hard Interchange in around 4h 8m.

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