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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Portsmouth will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leicester 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 205 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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 Leicester to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:50 Leicester | 5h25 | 11:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:45 Leicester | 6h10 | 12:55 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Leicester | 6h00 | 01:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Portsmouth
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Buses from Leicester to Portsmouth run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:04. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 21:04 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Leicester to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around 4 miles (6.4 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 Leicester and Portsmouth
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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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