The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to London
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to London will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 22 buses that leave Portsmouth for London every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.
NX03015:252h25Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange17:50London, Victoria Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX03020:102h40Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange22:50London, Victoria Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX03020:102h20Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange22:30London, Earl's Court£201One-way0 changes
NX03016:552h55Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange19:50London, Victoria Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX03016:552h30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange19:25London, Earl's Court£201One-way0 changes
NX03018:452h05Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange20:50London, Victoria Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX0303:202h10Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange5:30London, Earl's Court£251One-way0 changes
NX0307:402h10Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange9:50London, Victoria Coach Station£261One-way0 changes
NX03012:352h15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange14:50London, Victoria Coach Station£241One-way0 changes
NX03010:052h15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange12:20London, Victoria Coach Station£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 104 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX030 | 3:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h30 | 5:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 3:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h10 | 5:30 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 6:05 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h45 | 8:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 · NX032 | 6:05 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 4h10 | 10:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
NX030 | 6:05 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h25 | 8:30 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 7:40 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h10 | 9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 8:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h50 | 11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 8:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h25 | 10:55 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 · NX032 | 8:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h15 | 11:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
NX030 | 10:05 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h15 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h00 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h35 | 13:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 · NX032 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h55 | 14:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
NX030 | 12:35 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h15 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 13:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h00 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 13:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h35 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 15:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h25 | 17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 16:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h55 | 19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 16:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h30 | 19:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 18:45 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h05 | 20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 20:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h40 | 22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | 20:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2h20 | 22:30 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to London
Buses from Portsmouth to London run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 104 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 104 km |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Portsmouth to LondonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Portsmouth to London
Every day, National Express runs 16 direct buses from Portsmouth to London, starting with a 5:20 a.m service and finishing at 9:00 p.m. The journey takes approximately two and a half hours.
What is the departure and arrival station for buses from Portsmouth to London?
Departure Station: All buses from Portsmouth to London depart from the Hard Interchange, which is in the Portsea neighbourhood. If you are in the centre of town, you can get there by train from Portsmouth & Southsea Station.
Arrival Station: Buses to London from Portsmouth all arrive at London Victoria Coach Station, the main National Express hub in the UK's capital. When you get there, turn left down Buckingham Palace Road and you'll soon reach Victoria Station, where you can take Tube or Overground services to other parts of the city.
FAQs: Portsmouth to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and London
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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