Bradford to Portsmouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

9 h

Average duration

9 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

336 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bradford to Portsmouth will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Bradford for Portsmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 336 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .

The slowest buses will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
06:059h00
Bradford
15:05Portsmouth
£401One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Bradford to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £57.

Distance: 336 km

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Train

£40

Average Price

Cheapest

£94

Average Price

8h 28m

Average total duration

7h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 52m

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30m

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Live departures

Bradford to Portsmouth bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 09:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:50 Bradford
9h40
21:30 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
national_express06:05 Bradford
9h00
15:05 Portsmouth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bradford to Portsmouth

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Buses from Bradford to Portsmouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
336 km
Average bus duration
7h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
8h 55m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bradford to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 55m
Cheapest Price
£27
National Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bradford to Portsmouth coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Bradford to Portsmouth with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bradford to Portsmouth.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bradford to Portsmouth can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bradford to Portsmouth is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bradford to Portsmouth is 8 h 50 min   to travel the 208 mile long route, with around there are 13 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bradford to Portsmouth leaves at 03: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bradford to Portsmouth leaves at 23: 50.
There are 13 coaches a day from Bradford to Portsmouth which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bradford to Portsmouth, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bradford and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bradford, Interchange Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Bradford to Portsmouth by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Bradford and Portsmouth 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bradford to Portsmouth.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Portsmouth

    Bradford
    Portsmouth
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    The Hard
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café at The Hard (in the station)
    • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the waiting area.
    Public transport options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
    • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Wharf Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café in the terminal (in the station)
    • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Portsmouth, International Port
    • Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
    Portsmouth, University
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