The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
23
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 £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 23 buses that leave London for Portsmouth every day 23 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 16 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.
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Compare train and coach 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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 104 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
London to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
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NX030 | Delayed 10:00 08:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 10:00 08:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 19:25 19:25Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 12:05 Portsmouth, International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 19:25 19:25Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 12:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 13:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 19:25 19:25Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 14:45 Portsmouth, International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 19:25 19:25Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 14:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 16:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 19:25 19:25Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 17:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | Delayed 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 19:25 19:25Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 17:15 Portsmouth, International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 19:25 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 19:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 20:25 Portsmouth, International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 20:35 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 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 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 21:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 23:05 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 23:00 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 00:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h33 | 00:33 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h16 | 02:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h19 | 02:18 Portsmouth, University | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Portsmouth
Buses from London to Portsmouth run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 23 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 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
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 £6. 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.

When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. When arriving in Portsmouth, you can end your trip in coach stations like Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, International Port and Portsmouth, University.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 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 London and Portsmouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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