The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Lincoln will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth for Lincoln every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 10 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 56 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.
10:4510h25Portsmouth21:10Lincoln£321One-way0 changes
07:2910h56Portsmouth18:25Lincoln£341One-way0 changes
10:4510h25Portsmouth21:10Lincoln£321One-way0 changes
07:2910h56Portsmouth18:25Lincoln£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Lincoln 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 train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 273 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Lincoln
Buses from Portsmouth to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:27, the last at 19:58. The fastest coach covers the 273 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 273 km |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 06:27 |
Last bus 19:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to LincolnYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Lincoln with National Express for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Lincoln coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, 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 Lincoln
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Portsmouth
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