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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Durham
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Durham will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth for Durham 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 444 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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 coach and train for Portsmouth to Durham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 444 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Durham
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Buses from Portsmouth to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 444 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 444 km |
Average bus duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 18:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Durham with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Durham 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 Durham, 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.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Durham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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