The cheapest and fastest coaches from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 36 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 4 buses that leave Middlesbrough 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 420 km distance in an average of 10 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 5 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 train, coach and flight for Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 420 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price | £120 Average Price |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Portsmouth coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:15 Middlesbrough | 10h00 | 01:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 05:20 Middlesbrough | 10h55 | 16:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 Middlesbrough | 10h50 | 18:20 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:30 Middlesbrough | 11h05 | 19:35 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:25 Middlesbrough | 9h35 | 22:00 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Buses from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 18:48. The fastest coach covers the 420 km distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 420 km |
Average bus duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 18:48 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Middlesbrough to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Middlesbrough to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Middlesbrough to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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 Middlesbrough 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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