The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Portsmouth will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Portsmouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 240 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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 Nottingham to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 240 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Nottingham to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:15 Nottingham | 7h15 | 21:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:45 Nottingham | 7h45 | 23:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Portsmouth
Buses from Nottingham to Portsmouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 20:36. The fastest coach covers the 240 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 240 km |
Average bus duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 20:36 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Nottingham to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (827 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 Nottingham and Portsmouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
- 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
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