How to get to Newbury from Portsmouth

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Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Newbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Newbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £43, while a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 69 km

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£43

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£14

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2h 28m

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1h 58m

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1h 8m

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Compare ways to travel from Portsmouth to Newbury

Compare the available ways to get from Portsmouth to Newbury, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Newbury is a train with an average price of £43.
The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Newbury is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Newbury including taking a train and coach.
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 £43 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£28. The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 8m 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 Portsmouth to Newbury

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

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

  • South Western Railway
    20:002h39
    Portsmouth
    22:39Newbury
    £291One-way
    0 changes

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  • South Western Railway
    20:002h39
    Portsmouth
    22:39Newbury
    £291One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • South Western Railway
    20:002h39
    Portsmouth
    22:39Newbury
    £291One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Portsmouth to Newbury

Travel to Newbury 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 Portsmouth to Newbury.

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There are 2 options to travel between Portsmouth and Newbury including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Newbury is a train with an average price of £43.
The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Newbury is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.
The Portsmouth to Newbury distance is approximately 69 km.
The average frequency per day from Portsmouth to Newbury is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Portsmouth to Newbury:
  • Trains mostly depart from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and arrive in Newbury station (NBY).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Portsmouth to Newbury, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway to go to Newbury by train.
Omio customers who travel from Portsmouth to Newbury often also extend their vacation to go to London Paddington (PAD), London, Reading station (RDG), Derby, Oxford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newbury and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Portsmouth to Newbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A typical visit to Newbury usually requires around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore the historic Highclere Castle, enjoy the scenic beauty of the North Wessex Downs, and visit the Newbury Racecourse.

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