How to travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth

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Compare train and bus for Bracknell to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bracknell to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $42.

Distance: 44 miles (72 km)

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Driving

$42

Average price

$36

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Cheapest

$20

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 54m

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30m

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4h 26m

Average total duration

3h 56m

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30m

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1h 14m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth is a bus with an average price of $36.

This is compared to other travel options from Bracknell to Portsmouth:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bracknell to Portsmouth costing on average $42.

The fastest way to travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bracknell and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bracknell to Portsmouth among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $42 compared to roughly $20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.75. The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 14m 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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from Bracknell to Portsmouth

How to get from Bracknell to Portsmouth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • South Western Railway
    8:14 AM1h45
    Bracknell
    9:59 AMPortsmouth
    $901One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • South Western Railway
    8:14 AM1h45
    Bracknell
    9:59 AMPortsmouth
    $901One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • South Western Railway
    8:14 AM1h45
    Bracknell
    9:59 AMPortsmouth
    $901One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • South Western Railway
    12:13 PM1h46
    Bracknell
    1:59 PMPortsmouth
    $901One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western Railway
    1:13 PM1h46
    Bracknell
    2:59 PMPortsmouth
    $901One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western Railway
    2:13 PM1h46
    Bracknell
    3:59 PMPortsmouth
    $901One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth

Travel to Portsmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bracknell to Portsmouth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bracknell and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth is a bus with an average price of $36.

This is compared to other travel options from Bracknell to Portsmouth:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bracknell to Portsmouth costing on average $42.

The fastest way to travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 26m.

The distance from Bracknell to Portsmouth is approximately 44 miles (72 km).
The average frequency per day from Bracknell to Portsmouth is:
  • Around 21 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bracknell and Portsmouth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bracknell to Portsmouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bracknell station (BCE) and arrive in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bracknell, Bus Station and arrive in Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bracknell to Portsmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with South Western Railway to go to Portsmouth by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Portsmouth by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bracknell to Portsmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Southampton, Manchester, Birmingham, London Waterloo (WAT). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Portsmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Portsmouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending two to three days in Portsmouth is generally enough to explore key attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and enjoy the vibrant waterfront.

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