The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury you need to make at least one change.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury 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 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 241 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Shrewsbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Shrewsbury coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:20 Portsmouth | 9h30 | 16:50 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Portsmouth to Shrewsbury coaches with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury
Buses from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:05, the last at 11:10. The fastest coach covers the 241 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 07:05 |
Last bus 11:10 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to ShrewsburyYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury
- 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
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