4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Portsmouth will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 buses that leave Southampton 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 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 22 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 Southampton to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Portsmouth coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:20 Southampton | 0h55 | 15:15 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 15 February | |||||
| 06:08 Southampton | 1h22 | 07:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Portsmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 40m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport from Southampton to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus, First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport
Buses from Southampton to Portsmouth
National Express Services provide over 20 buses a day from Southampton to Portsmouth with the direct journey taking approximately 45 minutes. Departures start in the early hours of the morning and continue at hourly intervals until just after 10:30 p.m. The same service operates seven days a week.
What are the departure and arrival points for buses from Southampton to Portsmouth?
Departure Station: Buses from Southampton to Portsmouth depart from Southampton Bus Station which is conveniently located near West Quay and the Harbour and within walking distance of the town centre. The bus station has a car park, a taxi rank and is on several local bus routes.
Arrival Station: Buses from Southampton to Portsmouth arrive at the Hard Interchange which is an easy 10-minute walk from the tourist attractions of the Harbour and Historic Dockyard. The Hard Interchange is an important transport hub for local trains, the Gosport and Isle of Wight ferries, and local bus routes. Car parking and taxi ranks can also be found at the Hard Interchange.
FAQs: Southampton to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
- 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 Southampton and Portsmouth
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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