What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

The distance between Watford Junction and Portsmouth is 93 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Portsmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London Euston which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Portsmouth bus from?

Watford Junction to Portsmouth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Portsmouth train from?

Watford Junction to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth is to train via London Euston which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Portsmouth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Portsmouth train arrive?

Watford Junction to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Portsmouth is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Watford Junction to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Portsmouth?

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Portsmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London Euston
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 19m
£32–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus 030
3h 42m
£13–21
Drive 81.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Portsmouthcar 81.6 mi
1h 33m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 59m
£38–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
3. Take the train from Guildford to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
3h 47m
£20–42

Watford Junction to Portsmouth by train and subway

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Distance: 92.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Portsmouth, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 42m.

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