What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to London?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to London is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to London?

The fastest way to get from Portland to London is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to London station. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via Marks and Spencer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Portland to London?

The distance between Portland and London is 148 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to London without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to London without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Portland to London?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Portland to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to London bus from?

Portland to London bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marks and Spencer station.

Train or bus from Portland to London?

The best way to get from Portland to London is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Portland to London bus arrive?

Portland to London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Portland to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to London is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Portland to London.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 3090+ hotels available in London.

Portland to London - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portland to London by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
3h 44m
£55–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marks and Spencer to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
5h 55m
£27–65
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Londoncar 137.6 mi
2h 43m
£35–50

Portland to London by bus, foot, and train

181Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.7 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Weymouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Marks and Spencer to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals once daily. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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