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

From Portsmouth to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Portsmouth to Exeter in Seacoast Region, take the 2 bus from Market Square station to Dover Transportation Center station. Next, take the DOWNEASTER train from Dover station to Exeter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min.

100min
Bus - 22
Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Market Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Portsmouth
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Northbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dover Transportation Center
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dover
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
    Wait for train
    DOWNEASTER
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    1.36 mi • 28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Portsmouth to Exeter

The distance between Portsmouth, Seacoast Region and Exeter, Seacoast Region is approximately 31.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 100 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Portsmouth to Exeter by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seacoast Region – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Portsmouth

Portsmouth is located at Portsmouth, Seacoast Region and the nearest public transit station is Russell St. (Sheraton Harborside).

Bus stations close to Portsmouth:

  • Russell St. (Sheraton Harborside)
  • Russell / Deer Sts.
  • Hanover St. (High-Hanover Parking Facility)

Public transit stations close to Exeter, Seacoast Region

Exeter is located at Exeter, Seacoast Region and the nearest public transit station is Linden St. (Deep Meadow Variety).

Train stations close to Exeter:

  • Exeter

Bus stations close to Exeter:

  • Linden St. (Deep Meadow Variety)
  • Linden St. / Gary Ln.

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 100 minutes, using Bus line 2, Bus line DOWNEASTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Exeter in Seacoast Region?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Portsmouth to Exeter in Seacoast Region?

    The 2 bus line goes from Northbound station near Portsmouth to Dover Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Dover Transportation Center station near Exeter in Seacoast Region

  • How long does it take to travel from Portsmouth to Exeter in Seacoast Region by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Portsmouth and Exeter in Seacoast Region by bus and train is about 1 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Portsmouth to get to Exeter in Seacoast Region?

    Get on the 2 bus from the Northbound stop near Portsmouth in Seacoast Region.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Portsmouth and Exeter in Seacoast Region?

    Get off the bus at the Dover Transportation Center station, which is closest to Exeter in Seacoast Region.

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