The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Portsmouth without transferring at least once.
NX040 · NX0305:05 PM6h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:05 PMPortsmouth, University$181One-way1 transfer
NX040 · NX0308:30 PM5h48Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:18 AMPortsmouth, University$181One-way1 transfer
NX040 · NX0308:30 PM5h45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:15 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange$201One-way1 transfer
NX040 · NX0305:05 PM5h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:00 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange$221One-way1 transfer
NX040 · NX0302:15 PM6h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:35 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange$251One-way1 transfer
NX202 · NX03012:00 PM4h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:25 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange$701One-way1 transfer
NX202 · NX03012:00 PM4h30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:30 PMPortsmouth, University$691One-way1 transfer
NX200 · NX0307:50 PM4h40Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:30 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange$691One-way1 transfer
NX200 · NX0307:50 PM4h43Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:33 AMPortsmouth, University$681One-way1 transfer
NX200 · NX0309:00 AM4h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1:55 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange$701One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$30 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Bristol to Portsmouth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:33AM | Duration 4h43 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:18AM | Duration 5h48 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Bristol to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Portsmouth buses for today, Sunday, April 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 6:30 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h50 | 2:00 PM 2:00 PMPortsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 6:30 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 12:15 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 2:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 8:25 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 2:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h05 | 8:20 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 5:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h50 | 11:05 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 5:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 11:00 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 8:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 11:23 PM 8:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h48 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
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NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 5:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h00 | 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 5:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h05 | 10:55 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 12:45 PM 6:10 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h05 | 12:15 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | Delayed 12:45 PM 6:10 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 12:20 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · NX030 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h55 | 1:55 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · NX030 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h00 | 2:00 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 12:00 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 12:00 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 4:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 2:00 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 7:20 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 2:00 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 7:25 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | On time 2:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h20 | 8:35 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | On time 2:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h25 | 8:40 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 4:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 9:55 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX030 | Delayed 7:45 PM 4:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 9:50 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | On time 5:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 11:05 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | On time 5:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 11:00 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · NX030 | On time 7:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h40 | 12:30 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · NX030 | On time 7:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h43 | 12:33 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | On time 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX030 | On time 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h48 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Portsmouth
Buses from Bristol to Portsmouth run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Portsmouth by bus. 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 bus, 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
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Portsmouth
- 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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