Leeds to Portsmouth bus with National Express

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  • National Express
    8:108h20
    Leeds
    16:30Portsmouth
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    22:4011h10
    Leeds
    9:50Portsmouth
    £341One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    9:108h25
    Leeds
    17:35Portsmouth
    £341One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leeds to Portsmouth

The cheapest option from Leeds to Portsmouth is coach, with an average price of £30. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Portsmouth among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

Distance: 335 km

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£30

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Cheapest option

£92

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8h 30m

Average total duration

8h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest option

5h 4m

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30m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Leeds to Portsmouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Portsmouth coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express22:59 Leeds
10h46
9:45 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
Sunday 12 July
National Express8:10 Leeds
8h20
16:30 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
National Express9:10 Leeds
8h25
17:35 Portsmouth0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Leeds to Portsmouth coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Leeds to Portsmouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leeds to Portsmouth.

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 Leeds to Portsmouth.
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  • 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 Leeds to Portsmouth.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Portsmouth.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Portsmouth

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Typically, there are 20 buses per day from Leeds to Portsmouth, including direct buses, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest coach covers the 335 km distance in 7h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
335 km
Average bus duration
8h 0m
Lowest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
7h 50m
First bus
0:30
Last bus
20:15
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Leeds to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£17
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 35m
Cheapest Price
£24
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Leeds to Portsmouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Leeds to Portsmouth leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Portsmouth leaves at 20:15.
There are 20 coaches a day from Leeds to Portsmouth which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Portsmouth, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Portsmouth is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Portsmouth including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds to Portsmouth depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Portsmouth:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Portsmouth:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Portsmouth

Most Leeds to Portsmouth buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth, University. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Portsmouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Portsmouth
Leeds, Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 5m
19, 19A · 5m · £2 · every ~7 min

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