The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Portsmouth will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leeds 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 335 km distance in an average of 8 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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 and train for Leeds to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 335 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m 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
Leeds to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Portsmouth coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 Leeds | 9h00 | 21:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Leeds | 8h00 | 23:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 05:15 Leeds | 8h40 | 13:55 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:55 Leeds | 8h55 | 15:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Portsmouth
Buses from Leeds to Portsmouth run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 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.
Distance 335 km |
Average bus duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 20:15 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Leeds to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Portsmouth with Megabus, National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds 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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