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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Bath
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Bath will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Portsmouth for Bath every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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 Portsmouth to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 109 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Bath coaches for today, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX030 · NX403 | On time 19:55 Portsmouth, University | 5h25 | 01:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX403 | On time 20:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 5h10 | 01:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX403 | On time 20:15 Portsmouth, International Port | 5h05 | 01:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 20 March | |||||
| 07:50 Portsmouth | 5h55 | 13:45 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:19 Portsmouth | 6h46 | 19:05 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:35 Portsmouth | 6h30 | 19:05 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:25 Portsmouth | 6h30 | 21:55 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Bath
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Buses from Portsmouth to Bath run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 22:03. The fastest coach covers the 109 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 109 km |
Average bus duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 22:03 |
FAQs: Portsmouth to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Bath
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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