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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Southampton to Portsmouth

Composite routes from Southampton to Portsmouth

Cheapest
26 min
Car
29 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Southampton to Portsmouth
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.48

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$45.57

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from WestQuay to Victoria
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58
Bus from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade to Portsmouth
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$39.24

Bus operators

First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport

Phone:
+44 345 602 0121
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/portsmouth-fareham-gosport
Bus from WestQuay to Victoria
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from WestQuay to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Portsmouth is to rideshare which costs $1.27 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Portsmouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from WestQuay and arriving at Victoria Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Portsmouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Southampton to Portsmouth?

The distance between Southampton and Portsmouth is 40 km. The road distance is 31.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs $14.13 - $39.13 .

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

The train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth & Southsea takes 43 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Portsmouth bus from?

Southampton to Portsmouth bus services, operated by First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport, depart from WestQuay station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Portsmouth train from?

Southampton to Portsmouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Southampton to Portsmouth is to train which takes 43 min and costs $14.13 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Southampton to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Southampton to Portsmouth bus services, operated by First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport, arrive at Victoria Park station.

Where does the Southampton to Portsmouth train arrive?

Southampton to Portsmouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Portsmouth is 31 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Southampton to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Portsmouth?

Book your Southampton to Portsmouth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 2443+ hotels available in Portsmouth. Prices start at $49.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Southampton to Portsmouth?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southampton and Portsmouth. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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