4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Portsmouth will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 4 buses that leave Liverpool for Portsmouth every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 318 km distance in an average of 11 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 35 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 Liverpool to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 318 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Liverpool to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Portsmouth coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX423 · NX030 | On time 23:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 11h10 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 00:45 Liverpool | 10h30 | 11:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Liverpool | 12h18 | 01:18 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Liverpool to Portsmouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:41, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 318 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 318 km |
Average bus duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 00:41 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Liverpool to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Portsmouth
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Taxis- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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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