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Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Portsmouth
Buses from Canterbury to Portsmouth run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:08. The fastest coach covers the 161 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 21:08 |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Canterbury to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Portsmouth
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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