How to travel from Chichester to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

The distance between Chichester and Portsmouth is around 26km (16 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 20min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Chichester to Portsmouth by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out PortsmouthChichester if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Portsmouth & Southsea.

  • Duration37min
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    £8($9)
Operated by

Southern Service

💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Landport St Agatha's.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    £6($7)
Operated by

Stagecoach South

🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Portsmouth.

  • Duration20min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    £42($50)
Operated by

Station Taxis (Chichester)

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car
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Drive

Drive to Portsmouth.

  • Duration20min
  • Distance29km (18 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chichester and Portsmouth

There are several options for getting from Chichester to Portsmouth by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £6 ($7) and will take around 1hr. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 20min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £42 ($50).

The distance between Chichester and Portsmouth is around 26km (16 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 21km (13 miles)

It takes around 37min to get from Chichester and Portsmouth by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chichester to Portsmouth is to take a taxi which takes around 20min and will set you back approx £42 ($50).

The cheapest way to travel between Chichester and Portsmouth, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £6 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chichester and Portsmouth. It typically takes around 37min and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Chichester and Portsmouth with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 37min.

Southern Service run train services between Chichester and Portsmouth. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 37min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Chichester and Portsmouth. It typically takes around 1hr and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Chichester and Portsmouth with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1hr.

Stagecoach South run regular bus services between Chichester and Portsmouth. Buses run hourly and take around 1hr on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chichester to Portsmouth. We recommend that you take the train to Portsmouth & Southsea. instead which will take 37min.

The closest major airport to Portsmouth is Southampton Airport (SOU) (SOU) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Portsmouth. Bournemouth Airport (BOH) (BOH) and Gatwick Airport (LGW) (LGW) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Chichester and Portsmouth. The distance is around 29km (18 miles) by road and it will take around 20min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chichester to Portsmouth is to take the train which takes, on average, 37min and will usually cost around £8 ($9).

How do I get from Chichester to Portsmouth

Compare travel optionsbetween Chichester and Portsmouth

Transport options from Chichester to Portsmouth
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
37min
£8($9)
every 30 mins26km (16 miles)
Bus
1hr
£6($7)
every 30 mins28km (18 miles)
Taxi
20min
£42($50)
on demand29km (18 miles)
Drive
20min
£5($6)
on demand29km (18 miles)

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Airports near Portsmouth

The following major airports near Portsmouth offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

SOU
Southampton Airport (SOU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
26km (16 miles) from Portsmouth
BOH
Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Portsmouth
LGW
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
International Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Portsmouth