Flying out of London from the south coast sounds like a hassle, but Portsmouth is better connected to Heathrow and Gatwick than most people expect. You can reach…
Transport
Getting to and around Portsmouth by train, bus, ferry, hovercraft and air. Routes, timetables, fares and tickets for the trains, buses and the Isle of Wight and cross-Channel ferries, plus driving, parking and cycling in the city.
The Gosport Ferry, the quick way across Portsmouth Harbour
How to use the Gosport Ferry across Portsmouth Harbour, with running times, fares, tickets, bikes and dogs, and what to see on the short crossing.
The Portsmouth Clean Air Zone explained for drivers
The Portsmouth Clean Air Zone explained: which vehicles are charged, why private cars and vans are exempt, the daily charges, the zone area, and how to check and pay.
Cycling in Portsmouth: routes, bike hire and tips
A guide to cycling in Portsmouth: the best flat, traffic-free routes, the seafront and Route 2, ferries that carry bikes, bike hire and practical riding tips.
Getting to Portsmouth by train: stations, routes and tickets
How to get to Portsmouth by train: the two stations, which operators and routes serve the city, journey times from London, and how to find the best-value tickets.
The Hovertravel hovercraft from Southsea to Ryde, a rider’s guide
A rider's guide to the Hovertravel hovercraft from Southsea to Ryde: the ten-minute crossing, fares, booking, the Hoverbus connection and practical tips.
A guide to buses in Portsmouth: routes, fares and tickets
How to use the bus in Portsmouth: First and Stagecoach routes, fares and tickets, contactless caps, The Hard interchange and the Tipner Park and Ride.
Portsmouth to Caen and France by ferry, times, prices and tips
Portsmouth to Caen and France by ferry: Brittany Ferries crossing times, real fares, every French route and tips on booking from Portsmouth International Port.
Portsmouth to the Isle of Wight ferry, times, prices and the fastest crossing
Compare every Portsmouth to Isle of Wight ferry: hovercraft, FastCat and car ferry, with crossing times, prices and where each one leaves from.