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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Portsmouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Malls and arriving at Clarence Pier. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Portsmouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Portsmouth?

The distance between Basingstoke and Portsmouth is 47 miles. The road distance is 38.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £21 - £50.

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

The train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth & Southsea takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Portsmouth bus from?

Basingstoke to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Portsmouth train from?

Basingstoke to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Portsmouth is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Portsmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Portsmouth is 39 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Basingstoke to Portsmouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

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Basingstoke to Portsmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
1h 8m
£21–50
Drive 38.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Portsmouthcar 38.3 mi
1h 1m
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Clarence Pierbus Vc5
1h 40m
£16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basingstoke to Portsmouthtaxi 38.3 mi
1h 1m
£100–130

Basingstoke to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 46.8 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth & Southsea hourly. Tickets cost £21–50 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from The Malls to Clarence Pier 3 times a week. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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