- Must visit
Mary Rose Museum
World-class museum housing Henry VIII's raised flagship. See the preserved Tudor warship and immersive galleries on life aboard.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
zł95
Average ticket price on Sep 20
zł118
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 43 m
Buses on Sep 20
22
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Portsmouth will cost around zł118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł95.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 22 buses from Longford to Portsmouth, including 14 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
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NX030Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Longford to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł127 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł127, while a train costs an average of zł377.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł127 Average price Cheapest | zł377 Average price | zł254 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Longford to Portsmouth:
A bus is zł250 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Longford to Portsmouth costing on average zł377.
Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around zł127 compared to roughly zł254 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł127. The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł144 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł162 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł157 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł99 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł144 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł162 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł162 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł150 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 1h48 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł134 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:18AM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł128 |
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Portsmouth buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX025 · NX030 | 10:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h20 | 2:45 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 1 transfer | |
NX030 | 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h55 | 1:55 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX410 · NX030 | 1:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h10 | 5:15 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 1 transfer | |
NX030 | 2:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h55 | 4:30 PM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 2:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 4:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX409 · NX030 | 3:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h20 | 8:10 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 1 transfer | |
NX030 | 5:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 6:50 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 5:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h55 | 6:55 PM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 8:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 9:50 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 8:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h55 | 9:55 PM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 10:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h48 | 12:33 AM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 10:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h45 | 12:30 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 · NX030 | 11:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX030 | 11:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h28 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX030 | 11:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h28 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX030 | 11:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
NX030 | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h38 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 · NX030 | 8:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h45 | 12:05 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 1 transfer | |
NX030 | 8:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h55 | 10:45 AM Portsmouth, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX030 | 8:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 10:40 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Longford to Portsmouth run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł92 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price zł92 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:07 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Portsmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portsmouth trip today.
World-class museum housing Henry VIII's raised flagship. See the preserved Tudor warship and immersive galleries on life aboard.
Museum dedicated to HMS Victory and Nelson's navy. Learn about the Battle of Trafalgar and life in the age of sail.
Historic ironclad from 1860 that changed naval warfare. Explore decks, engine spaces and displays in the Historic Dockyard.
Historic harbourfront quarter with cobbled lanes, old pubs, sea walls and major naval attractions. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Atmospheric old quarter with narrow streets, Georgian houses and waterfront views. Great for history, churches and a quieter local feel.
Lively seafront district known for beach walks, gardens, castle and independent venues. A classic area for promenade views and relaxation.
A Portsmouth classic of battered cod or haddock with chips, tied to the city’s long naval and seafaring tradition and best eaten fresh by the waterfront.
Fresh crab landed on the south coast, often served simply in sandwiches or salads. It reflects Portsmouth’s harbour access and strong seafood culture.
Portsmouth sits by rich oyster waters, and oysters are a traditional local treat served raw or dressed, prized for their fresh, briny flavour.
Refined fine dining in Southsea known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Lively Southsea venue famous for fresh seafood and shellfish, offering a casual setting popular with locals and visitors.
Historic waterside pub in Old Portsmouth serving cask ales and classic British dishes with harbour views and traditional character.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels often cost less than London, while dining and local transit are mid-range for a coastal city.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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The Hard Interchange -> Commercial Road, Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

Most Longford to Portsmouth buses use the London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth, University. Use this guide to compare Longford and Portsmouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at The Hard (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
Available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Portsmouth, International Port is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, International Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the terminal (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, International Port.
Available at Portsmouth, International Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, International Port: Elevators, ramps.
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