The cheapest and fastest buses from Horley to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Horley to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Portsmouth will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 5 buses that leave Horley for Portsmouth on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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.
10:00 AM1h55Horley11:55 AMPortsmouth$101One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM2h00Horley3:00 PMPortsmouth$101One-way0 transfers
7:55 PM1h40Horley9:35 PMPortsmouth$161One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM11h15Horley10:45 AMPortsmouth$321One-way0 transfers
7:45 PM1h50Horley9:35 PMPortsmouth$391One-way0 transfers
7:55 PM1h40Horley9:35 PMPortsmouth$161One-way0 transfers
7:45 PM1h50Horley9:35 PMPortsmouth$391One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM1h55Horley11:55 AMPortsmouth$101One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM2h00Horley3:00 PMPortsmouth$101One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM11h15Horley10:45 AMPortsmouth$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Horley to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. 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 train costs an average of $32, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Portsmouth:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Horley to Portsmouth costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Horley to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Portsmouth buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Horley | 1h55 | 11:55 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Horley | 1h55 | 2:55 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Horley | 3h20 | 9:30 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Horley | 1h50 | 12:50 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Horley | 11h25 | 10:45 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Horley to Portsmouth by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Horley to Portsmouth
Buses from Horley to Portsmouth run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:58, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 1:58 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
FAQs: Bus from Horley to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Horley 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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