The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barnstaple to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnstaple to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Portsmouth will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Barnstaple to Portsmouth you need to make at least one change.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnstaple to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 210 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price |
9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barnstaple to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:00 Barnstaple | 8h25 | 14:25 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:30 Barnstaple | 10h00 | 21:30 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barnstaple to Portsmouth
Buses from Barnstaple to Portsmouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:56, the last at 17:04. The fastest coach covers the 210 km distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 03:56 |
Last bus 17:04 |
Bus providers: National Express from Barnstaple to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Barnstaple to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £56. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barnstaple to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Portsmouth by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Portsmouth
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
Most popular bus connections from Barnstaple
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