Portsmouth to Bradford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Bradford

Showing times and prices for 13 Feb

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

9 h 55 m

Average duration

10 h 10 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

336 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Bradford will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Portsmouth for Bradford 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 336 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 26 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.

National Express
09:3410h26
Portsmouth
20:00Bradford
£431One-way
0 changes
National Express
09:5010h10
Portsmouth
20:00Bradford
£431One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:509h55
Portsmouth
22:45Bradford
£531One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Portsmouth to Bradford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £97.

Distance: 336 km

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Flight

£38

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Cheapest

£88

Average Price

£117

Average Price

7h 46m

Average total duration

7h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 2m

Average total duration

4h 32m

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4h 1m

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1h 1m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Portsmouth to Bradford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Bradford coaches for tomorrow, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express09:34 Portsmouth
10h26
20:00 Bradford0 changesdirect
national_express09:50 Portsmouth
10h10
20:00 Bradford0 changesdirect
national_express12:50 Portsmouth
9h55
22:45 Bradford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Bradford

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Buses from Portsmouth to Bradford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 336 km distance in 9h 6m.

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
336 km
Average bus duration
7h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
9h 6m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
23:50
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

Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Bradford with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 55m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Portsmouth to Bradford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to Bradford can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Bradford is £38; 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 Bradford is 9h 6m to travel the 336 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Portsmouth to Bradford leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Portsmouth to Bradford leaves at 23:50.
There are 13 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Bradford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Portsmouth to Bradford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bradford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and Bradford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bradford from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 6m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth to Bradford is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Bradford including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Portsmouth to Bradford depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth to Bradford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth to Bradford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bradford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Bradford

Portsmouth
Bradford
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
The Hard
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at The Hard (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
Portsmouth, University
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Wharf Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the terminal (in the station)
  • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, International Port
  • Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour

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