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

By bus and train

To get from Exeter to Portsmouth in Seacoast Region, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 7 bus from Linden St. (Deep Meadow Variety) station to Front St. (Exeter Inn) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DOWNEASTER train and finally take the 2 bus from Dover Transportation Center station to Market Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min.

156min
Bus - 77
Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
Bus - 22
Leaves from Linden St. (Deep Meadow Variety)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Exeter
  • 2
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Northbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Front St. (Exeter Inn)
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Exeter
    750 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
    Wait for train
    DOWNEASTER
    Brunswick
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dover
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dover Transportation Center
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Southbound
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Market Square
    Ride to bus station
    Market Square
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Exeter to Portsmouth

The distance between Exeter, Seacoast Region and Portsmouth, Seacoast Region is approximately 33.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Exeter to Portsmouth 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 Exeter

Exeter is located at Exeter, Seacoast Region and the nearest public transit station is Linden St. / Gary Ln..

Train stations close to Exeter:

  • Exeter

Bus stations close to Exeter:

  • Linden St. / Gary Ln.

Public transit stations close to Portsmouth, Seacoast Region

Portsmouth is located at Portsmouth, Seacoast Region and the nearest public transit station is Market Square.

Bus stations close to Portsmouth:

  • Market Square
  • Portsmouth Bus Stop
  • Hanover St. (High-Hanover Parking Facility)

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line DOWNEASTER, Bus line 2.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

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

    The 7 bus line goes from Northbound station near Exeter to Front St. (Exeter Inn) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Front St. (Exeter Inn) station near Portsmouth in Seacoast Region

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

    The total travel time between Exeter and Portsmouth in Seacoast Region by bus and train is about 2 hr 36 min.

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

    Get on the 7 bus from the Northbound stop near Exeter in Seacoast Region.

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

    Get off the bus at the Front St. (Exeter Inn) stop, which is closest to Portsmouth in Seacoast Region.

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