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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 17 Jun

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

4 h 40 m

Average duration

6 h 17 m

Buses per day

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Portsmouth for Birmingham 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 195 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.

03:057h30

Portsmouth

10:35Birmingham

£131One-way

0 changes

10:556h55

Portsmouth

17:50Birmingham

£271One-way

0 changes

09:404h40

Portsmouth

14:20Birmingham

£291One-way

0 changes

17:556h04

Portsmouth

23:59Birmingham

£331One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Birmingham 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 4h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Coach	Train
£27 Average Price Cheapest	£76 Average Price
7h 16m average duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 14m average duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham

United Kingdom

Buses from Portsmouth to Birmingham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

195 km

Average bus duration

6h 46m

Cheapest ticket price

£13

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

4h 40m

First bus

03:05

Last bus

18:45

Price information

Coach companies: Megabus and National Express Portsmouth to Birmingham

You can travel by coach between Portsmouth and Birmingham with Megabus and National Express for as low as £7. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach to Birmingham from Portsmouth, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Portsmouth to Birmingham coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: £12
National Express frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Portsmouth to Birmingham coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to Birmingham can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Birmingham is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham is 4 h 40 min to travel the 121 mile long journey, with around there are 16 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham leaves at 03: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham leaves at 18: 45.

There are 16 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Birmingham which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

When taking a coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham, you can count on Megabus or National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Brunel Street, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Birmingham from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham is March.

You have options as you can travel from Portsmouth to Birmingham 2 different ways: train or coach.

No, the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Portsmouth to Birmingham, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

No, luggage for the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Birmingham

Portsmouth

Birmingham

The major coach station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange for your trip from Portsmouth to Birmingham.

Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange Wifi