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How to get fromChichester to The Solentby train, ferry, unknown or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Chichester to The Solent by train, ferry, unknown, or bus

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  1. Train, Catamaran, travel

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    1. Take the train from Chichester to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry
    3. Walk from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to The Solentunknown
    1h 40m
  2. Line 700 bus, Catamaran, travel

    1. Take the bus from Cathedral to The Hard Interchangebus700
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry
    3. Walk from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to The Solentunknown
    2h 18m

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Chichester, England and The Solent, England?

There is no direct connection from Chichester to The Solent. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, then travel to The Solent. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral to The Solent via The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, and Ryde Pier Head Terminal in around 2h 18m.

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