4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Portsmouth will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stansted 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 153 km distance in an average of 8 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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 Stansted to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 153 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stansted to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Portsmouth coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:45 Stansted | 5h40 | 16:25 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted to Portsmouth
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Buses from Stansted to Portsmouth run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 153 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 153 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stansted to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stansted 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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