The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Portsmouth will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 4 buses that leave Newcastle 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 465 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 40 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, train and flight for Newcastle to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 465 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price | £141 Average Price |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Portsmouth coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:45 Newcastle | 11h30 | 01:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 04:05 Newcastle | 12h40 | 16:45 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:00 Newcastle | 12h20 | 18:20 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:50 Newcastle | 11h10 | 22:00 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Portsmouth
Buses from Newcastle to Portsmouth run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 465 km distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 465 km |
Average bus duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Newcastle to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, which is located around 0.2 miles (436 m) 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 Newcastle 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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