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The British Museum
One of the world's great museums, known for its vast collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Asia, and the Middle East. A London essential for first-time visitors.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth, Mutiny Festival to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $69.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth, Mutiny Festival to London:
A train is $47 (€38) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portsmouth, Mutiny Festival to London costing on average $69 (€56).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $72 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€40). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 2h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Portsmouth, Mutiny Festival to London run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
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Riverside walking area with major views of the Thames, street life, and easy access to landmarks such as the London Eye and Tate Modern.
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Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5%. Round up in taxis. Tipping is optional in pubs and cafés.
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