Portsmouth to Lincoln bus with National Express

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Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to Lincoln

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £53.

Distance: 273 km

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Train

£30

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Cheapest

£71

Average Price

7h 12m

Average total duration

6h 42m

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30m

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5h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 37m

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Live departures

Portsmouth to Lincoln bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Lincoln coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express11:15 Portsmouth
8h35
19:50 Lincoln0 changesdirect
national_express11:35 Portsmouth
8h15
19:50 Lincoln0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Lincoln

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Buses from Portsmouth to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 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 8h 10m.

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
273 km
Average bus duration
6h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
8h 10m
First bus
06:27
Last bus
19:58
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 LincolnYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Lincoln 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
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
6 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 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to Lincoln can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Lincoln is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Lincoln from Portsmouth is on average 8 h 5 min   for the 169 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Portsmouth and Lincoln by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln leaves at 07: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln leaves at 15: 13.
There are 7 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Lincoln which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Portsmouth to Lincoln you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Lincoln from Portsmouth on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln is November.
You have options as you can travel to Lincoln from Portsmouth 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.
    No, luggage for the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Portsmouth to Lincoln.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Lincoln

    Portsmouth
    Lincoln
    The major coach station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange for your trip from Portsmouth to Lincoln.
    Amenities at bus station
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    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
    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
    Portsmouth, University
    information
    Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
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