The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Portsmouth will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Cheltenham to Portsmouth you need to make at least one change.
6:204h35Cheltenham10:55Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
9:055h20Cheltenham14:25Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
12:356h00Cheltenham18:35Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
16:305h00Cheltenham21:30Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
6:204h35Cheltenham10:55Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
16:305h00Cheltenham21:30Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
9:055h20Cheltenham14:25Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
12:356h00Cheltenham18:35Portsmouth£501One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 140 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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.
Live departures
Cheltenham to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Portsmouth coaches for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:05 Cheltenham | 5h20 | 14:25 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:35 Cheltenham | 6h00 | 18:35 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:30 Cheltenham | 5h00 | 21:30 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
| Thursday 2 April | |||||
![]() | 6:20 Cheltenham | 4h35 | 10:55 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cheltenham to Portsmouth by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to Portsmouth
Buses from Cheltenham to Portsmouth run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 20:15. The fastest coach covers the 140 km distance in 6h 23m.
Distance 140 km |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 23m |
First bus 3:00 |
Last bus 20:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cheltenham to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Cheltenham to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Portsmouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
- 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
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