The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Portsmouth will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Sheffield for Portsmouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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 and train for Sheffield to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price | £68 Average Price |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Portsmouth coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:45 Sheffield | 7h45 | 23:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Sheffield | 7h15 | 01:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Portsmouth
Buses from Sheffield to Portsmouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Sheffield to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Portsmouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
- 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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