4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
590 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Portsmouth will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh for Portsmouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 590 km distance in an average of 13 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 590 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price | £61 Average Price |
13h 33m Average total duration 13h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Portsmouth coaches for today, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX594 · NX030 | Delayed 07:20 21:25Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h25 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX594 · NX030 | Delayed 07:20 21:25Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h30 | 10:55 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX598 · NX030 | On time 22:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h15 | 12:20 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX598 · NX030 | On time 22:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h10 | 12:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX598 · NX030 | 22:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h00 | 12:05 Portsmouth, International Port | 1 change | |
| 10:35 Edinburgh | 13h55 | 00:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Portsmouth
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Buses from Edinburgh to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 590 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 590 km |
Average bus duration 13h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Edinburgh to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh 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: Edinburgh to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Portsmouth
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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