The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Portsmouth will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Coventry to Portsmouth you need to make at least one change.
NX460 · NX0307:007h45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station14:45Portsmouth, International Port£301One-way1 change
NX460 · NX0304:457h20Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station12:05Portsmouth, International Port£301One-way1 change
NX460 · NX03013:207h05Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station20:25Portsmouth, International Port£301One-way1 change
NX460 · NX03011:156h20Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station17:35Portsmouth, International Port£301One-way1 change
NX460 · NX0306:154h40Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station10:55Portsmouth, University£461One-way1 change
NX460 · NX03020:104h20Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£471One-way1 change
NX460 · NX03020:104h23Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station0:33Portsmouth, University£461One-way1 change
NX460 · NX03017:154h35Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station21:50Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£581One-way1 change
NX460 · NX0306:154h35Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station10:50Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£471One-way1 change
NX460 · NX0306:154h40Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station10:55Portsmouth, University£461One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Coventry to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Coventry to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Portsmouth coaches for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:45 Coventry | 7h20 | 11:05 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Coventry | 6h50 | 14:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Coventry | 6h50 | 15:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Coventry | 8h15 | 19:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:15 Coventry | 4h15 | 21:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Coventry to Portsmouth by coach or train
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Why should you book Coventry to Portsmouth coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Portsmouth.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Coventry to Portsmouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Portsmouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Coventry to Portsmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Portsmouth
Buses from Coventry to Portsmouth run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:34. The fastest coach covers the 181 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 21:34 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Coventry to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Coventry to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Portsmouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
- 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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