The cheapest and fastest coaches from Doncaster to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 54 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Doncaster to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Portsmouth will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Doncaster to Portsmouth you need to make at least one change.
NX436 · NX030
NX436 · NX030
NX436 · NX030
NX152 · NX450 · NX030
NX152 · NX450 · NX030
NX436 · NX030
NX436 · NX030
NX152 · NX450 · NX030
NX152 · NX450 · NX030
NX152 · NX450 · NX030Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Doncaster to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 303 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Doncaster to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Portsmouth coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 Doncaster | 10h10 | 21:25 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
NX436 · NX030 | 02:35 Doncaster, Trafford Way | 9h30 | 12:05 Portsmouth, International Port | 1 change | |
NX436 · NX030 | 02:35 Doncaster, Trafford Way | 8h20 | 10:55 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
NX436 · NX030 | 02:35 Doncaster, Trafford Way | 8h15 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Doncaster to Portsmouth by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Doncaster to Portsmouth
Buses from Doncaster to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 19:12. The fastest coach covers the 303 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 303 km |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 19:12 |
Bus providers: National Express from Doncaster to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Doncaster to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Doncaster to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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 Doncaster 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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