The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Bolton
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
8 h 39 m
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Portsmouth to Bolton you need to make at least 5 changes.
3:2010h34Portsmouth13:54BoltonFind prices5 changes
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8:308h40Portsmouth17:10BoltonFind prices5 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Portsmouth to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 323 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price | £80 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Bolton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Bolton coaches for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:20 Portsmouth | 10h24 | 13:44 Bolton | 6 changes | |
![]() | 5:35 Portsmouth | 9h09 | 14:44 Bolton | 5 changes | |
![]() | 8:20 Portsmouth | 9h53 | 18:13 Bolton | 5 changes | |
![]() | 10:50 Portsmouth | 9h10 | 20:00 Bolton | 5 changes | |
![]() | 13:50 Portsmouth | 9h13 | 23:03 Bolton | 5 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Portsmouth to Bolton by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Bolton
Buses from Portsmouth to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:23, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 323 km distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 323 km |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 5:23 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to BoltonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Bolton with National Express for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Portsmouth to Bolton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bolton 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 Bolton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Bolton
- 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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