The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Bristol
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Portsmouth for Bristol 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 128 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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 Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 128 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Bristol coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:25 Portsmouth | 5h55 | 21:20 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Portsmouth | 5h40 | 00:05 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Portsmouth | 5h20 | 00:05 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Bristol
Buses from Portsmouth to Bristol run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 128 km |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to BristolYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Bristol with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Portsmouth to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bristol 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 Bristol, 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 Bristol
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Portsmouth
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