The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Portsmouth will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 28 buses that leave London for Portsmouth every day 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.
NX03022:002h33London, Victoria Coach Station0:33Portsmouth, University£71One-way0 changes
NX03023:592h19London, Victoria Coach Station2:18Portsmouth, University£71One-way0 changes
NX03021:002h05London, Victoria Coach Station23:05Portsmouth, University£81One-way0 changes
NX03012:302h30London, Victoria Coach Station15:00Portsmouth, University£81One-way0 changes
NX03013:303h00London, Victoria Coach Station16:30Portsmouth, University£81One-way0 changes
NX03021:002h00London, Victoria Coach Station23:00Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£111One-way0 changes
NX03021:002h05London, Victoria Coach Station23:05Portsmouth, University£81One-way0 changes
NX03010:002h05London, Victoria Coach Station12:05Portsmouth, International Port£211One-way0 changes
NX03010:002h15London, Victoria Coach Station12:15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£111One-way0 changes
NX03012:302h15London, Victoria Coach Station14:45Portsmouth, International Port£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 104 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
London to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX030 | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 9:00 8:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 10:55 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 12:05 Portsmouth, International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 12:20 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 12:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 14:00 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 15:00 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 16:30 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 17:30 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 19:25 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 20:40 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 21:55 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 23:05 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h33 | 0:33 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h19 | 2:18 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Portsmouth
Buses from London to Portsmouth run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 104 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 104 km |
Average bus duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between London to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Portsmouth
Getting buses from London to Portsmouth is easy thanks to National Express, who provide a service with one change from London Victoria Coach Station to Portsmouth Bus and Coach Station at The Hard in Portsmouth. Journeys take anything from 1 hour 45 minutes to up to 4 hours 25 minutes, depending on connecting coaches and traffic conditions. The change during the journey is at Heathrow Airport where passengers have plenty of time to board the next bus. The first coach departs from London around 5:00 a.m and the last service is around midnight. During the daytime, services are at least every hour and more frequently at peak times.
FAQs: London to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Portsmouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 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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