How to get from Portsmouth to Castleton by bus and train?

From Portsmouth to Castleton by bus and train

To get from Portsmouth to Castleton in South West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cosham station to Salisbury station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 58 bus from Greenhill station to Poyntington Turn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Portsmouth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castleton on the Moovit app.

137min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 5858
Walk to Castleton
Leaves from Cosham

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Portsmouth
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Cardiff Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    61 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sherborne
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Greenhill
    ID doragjmt
    830 m • 11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5858
    Wait for bus
    58
    Wincanton, Memorial
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Poyntington Turn
    ID doragpdt
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Castleton
    Walk to
    Castleton
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Portsmouth to Castleton by train

To get from Portsmouth to Castleton in South West, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cosham station to Salisbury station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Salisbury station to Sherborne station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Portsmouth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castleton on the Moovit app.

145min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Castleton
Leaves from Cosham

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Portsmouth
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Cardiff Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    61 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sherborne
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to Castleton
    Walk to
    Castleton
    2.39 km • 31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Portsmouth to Castleton

The distance between Portsmouth, South West and Castleton, South West is approximately 130.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 137 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Portsmouth to Castleton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Portsmouth to Castleton

To check the bus and train schedule from Portsmouth to Castleton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Portsmouth) and destination (Castleton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Portsmouth to Castleton by train

To get from Portsmouth to Castleton in South West, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cosham station to Salisbury station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Salisbury station to Sherborne station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Portsmouth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castleton on the Moovit app.

145min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Castleton
Leaves from Cosham

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Portsmouth
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Cardiff Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    61 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sherborne
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to Castleton
    Walk to
    Castleton
    2.39 km • 31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Castleton?

    The fastest way takes 137 minutes, using Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 58.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Portsmouth to Castleton?

    The alternative route takes 145 minutes, using Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Castleton in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Portsmouth to Castleton in South West?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Cardiff Central station near Portsmouth to Salisbury station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Salisbury station near Castleton in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Portsmouth to Castleton in South West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Portsmouth and Castleton in South West by train and bus is about 2 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Portsmouth to get to Castleton in South West?

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Cardiff Central station near Portsmouth in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Portsmouth and Castleton in South West?

    Get off the train at the Salisbury stop, which is closest to Castleton in South West.

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