The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Portsmouth will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Oxford for Portsmouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 107 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 107 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m 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
Oxford to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Monday 12 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:40 Oxford | 6h15 | 12:55 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:35 Oxford | 4h00 | 18:35 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:15 Oxford | 5h00 | 01:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Portsmouth
Buses from Oxford to Portsmouth run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 107 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 107 km |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Oxford to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Portsmouth with Megabus, National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (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 Oxford and Portsmouth
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
- 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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