The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
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 £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth for Shrewsbury 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 241 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 1 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 train and coach for Portsmouth to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £35. 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 £35, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £87 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:29 Portsmouth | 10h01 | 16:30 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:50 Portsmouth | 8h35 | 15:25 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury
Buses from Portsmouth to Shrewsbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:39, the last at 14:48. The fastest coach covers the 241 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 00:39 |
Last bus 14:48 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to ShrewsburyYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Shrewsbury with National Express for as low as £35. 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
Most popular bus connections from Portsmouth
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