The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chesterfield to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chesterfield to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Portsmouth will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Chesterfield to Portsmouth you need to make at least one change.
NX560 · NX03017:007h33Chesterfield, Coach Station0:33Portsmouth, University£291One-way1 change
NX560 · NX03017:007h30Chesterfield, Coach Station0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£291One-way1 change
NX564 · NX03010:308h05Chesterfield, Coach Station18:35Portsmouth, University£321One-way1 change
NX564 · NX03010:308h00Chesterfield, Coach Station18:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£321One-way1 change
NX564 · NX03010:309h00Chesterfield, Coach Station19:30Portsmouth, International Port£361One-way1 change
NX560 · NX03017:007h30Chesterfield, Coach Station0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£291One-way1 change
NX560 · NX03017:007h33Chesterfield, Coach Station0:33Portsmouth, University£291One-way1 change
NX564 · NX03010:308h00Chesterfield, Coach Station18:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£321One-way1 change
NX564 · NX03010:308h05Chesterfield, Coach Station18:35Portsmouth, University£321One-way1 change
NX466 · NX0302:258h25Chesterfield, Coach Station10:50Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Chesterfield to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 273 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £58 Average Price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chesterfield to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Portsmouth coaches for today, Monday 15 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:30 Chesterfield | 7h03 | 0:33 Portsmouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 17:30 Chesterfield | 7h03 | 0:33 Portsmouth | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 16 June | |||||
NX466 · NX030 | 2:25 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 9h40 | 12:05 Portsmouth, International Port | 1 change | |
NX466 · NX030 | Delayed 2:25 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 8h30 | 17:35 17:35Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
NX466 · NX030 | Delayed 2:25 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 8h25 | 9:55 9:55Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX564 · NX030 | 10:30 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 9h00 | 19:30 Portsmouth, International Port | 1 change | |
NX564 · NX030 | On time 10:30 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 8h05 | 18:35 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
NX564 · NX030 | On time 10:30 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 8h00 | 18:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chesterfield to Portsmouth
Buses from Chesterfield to Portsmouth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 20:15. The fastest coach covers the 273 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 273 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Chesterfield to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Chesterfield to Portsmouth with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chesterfield to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield 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
- 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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