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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portsmouth to Cambridge

Composite routes from Portsmouth to Cambridge

Cheapest
2 h 17 min
Car
210 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 52 min
176 km.
from $115.22
5 h 55 min
176 km.
from $74.78
3 h 25 min
176 km.
from $169.52
4 h 29 min
176 km.
from $71.02

Transport providers

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Barnham to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$82.28
Train from London Bridge to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$88.60

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Portsmouth to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from London Luton Airport to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$48.10–$113.92

Great Northern

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
greatnorthernrail.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Tottenham Hale to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Cambridge is to drive which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Cambridge is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth and arriving at Cambridge via London Luton Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Cambridge via London Waterloo, Euston station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Cambridge?

The distance between Portsmouth and Cambridge is 211 km. The road distance is 212.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs $70.65 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Portsmouth to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Cambridge bus from?

Portsmouth to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Portsmouth station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Cambridge train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Portsmouth to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs $70.65 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 5h 55m. There are no good options to train between Portsmouth to Cambridge.

Where does the Portsmouth to Cambridge bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Luton Airport station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Cambridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Cambridge is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Portsmouth to Cambridge.

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

Book your Portsmouth to Cambridge train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Cambridge?

Book your Portsmouth to Cambridge bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 688+ hotels available in Cambridge. Prices start at $60.21 per night.
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