The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth for Burton-on-Trent every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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 Burton-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 227 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:10 Portsmouth | 9h55 | 20:05 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent
Buses from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 12:37. The fastest coach covers the 227 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 8h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 12:37 |
FAQs: Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Burton-on-Trent 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 Burton-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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