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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Elstree is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Elstree is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Elstree?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Elstree. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Watling Court via Heathrow Terminal 3, Watford Junction station and Beechen Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Elstree?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Elstree?

The distance between Portsmouth and Elstree is 88 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Elstree without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £20 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Portsmouth to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Elstree bus from?

Portsmouth to Elstree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Elstree train from?

Portsmouth to Elstree train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Elstree?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Elstree is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £20 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Portsmouth to Elstree bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Elstree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Elstree train arrive?

Portsmouth to Elstree train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Elstree is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Portsmouth to Elstree.

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

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Where can I stay near Elstree?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London WaterlooPortsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2h 9m
£21–56
Drive 80.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Elstree80.7 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Station030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Watford Junction stationRa3
4h
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to HorshamPortsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to London St Pancras IntlHorsham - Peterborough / ...
3h 44m
£43–100

Portsmouth to Elstree by train and subway

323Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.6 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–50 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Watling Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 3, Watford Junction station, and Beechen Grove in around 4h.

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