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  • National Express
    20:305h48
    Bristol
    2:18Portsmouth
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    19:305h48
    Bristol
    1:18Portsmouth
    £291One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    13:156h25
    Bristol
    19:40Portsmouth
    £331One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    16:055h55
    Bristol
    22:00Portsmouth
    £381One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Portsmouth

The cheapest option from Bristol to Portsmouth is coach, with an average price of £22. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Portsmouth among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Distance: 128 km

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Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest option

£48

Average Price

5h 23m

Average total duration

4h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Bristol to Portsmouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Portsmouth coaches for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
Delayed
9:45 6:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h45
10:45 Portsmouth, University
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
Delayed
9:45 6:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h40
10:40 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
On time
12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h25
16:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
On time
12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h30
16:30 Portsmouth, University
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
On time
14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h50
18:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
On time
14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h55
18:55 Portsmouth, University
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
On time
16:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h25
21:55 Portsmouth, University
1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX030
On time
16:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h20
21:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Portsmouth

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Typically, there are 17 buses per day from Bristol to Portsmouth, including direct buses, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 3h 25m.

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
128 km
Average bus duration
4h 53m
Lowest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
3:05
Last bus
21:45
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
6 days
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 from Bristol to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £9. 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
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£9
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.

FAQs: Bristol to Portsmouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Bristol to Portsmouth leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Portsmouth leaves at 21:45.
There are 17 coaches a day from Bristol to Portsmouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Portsmouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, University Queens Road, Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange), Bristol, Clifton Down, Bristol, White Tree . When arriving in Portsmouth , you can end your route in coach stations like Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, University, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), Portsmouth, International Port, Southsea, Clarence Esplanade.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, located 1 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Portsmouth is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Portsmouth including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Portsmouth

Most Bristol to Portsmouth buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth, University. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Portsmouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Portsmouth
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre

Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · £2 · every ~156 min
Bristol, Airport Bus Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport Bus Station from Bristol city centre

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min
Bristol, University Queens Road
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre

Bus72 · 11m · £4 · every ~8 min

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