How to travel from Peterborough to Portsmouth

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Compare bus and train for Peterborough to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $44, while a train costs an average of $44.

Distance: 128 miles (206 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Portsmouth is a train with an average price of $111.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Peterborough and Portsmouth including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Peterborough 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 $111 compared to roughly $56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-55.25. The journey takes 3h 16m versus 2h 55m 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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FAQs: Travel from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Portsmouth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Peterborough and Portsmouth including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Portsmouth is a train with an average price of $111.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.
The distance from Peterborough to Portsmouth is approximately 128 miles (206 km).
The average frequency per day from Peterborough to Portsmouth is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Peterborough to Portsmouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Peterborough station (PBO) and arrive in Fratton (FTN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Peterborough to Portsmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway to go to Portsmouth by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Portsmouth by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Peterborough 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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