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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Portsmouth will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Preston for Portsmouth 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 348 km distance in an average of 12 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 50 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 coach, train and flight for Preston to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Preston to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £85.
Distance: 348 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £118 Average Price |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:20 Preston | 11h45 | 15:05 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Portsmouth
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Buses from Preston to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 348 km distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 348 km |
Average bus duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Preston to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Preston to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, 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.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Portsmouth
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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