The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Portsmouth will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ipswich for Portsmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 209 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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 train and coach for Ipswich to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 209 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£51 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ipswich to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Portsmouth coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:50 Ipswich | 8h40 | 23:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Portsmouth
Buses from Ipswich to Portsmouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £29 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 209 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 209 km |
Average bus duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 20:10 |
Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ipswich to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich 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
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