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Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
National Express
07:15AM8h45
Manchester, Coach Station
04:00PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
$291One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
National Express
02:45AM9h35
Manchester, Coach Station
12:20PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
$421One-way
1 transfer
Megabus
02:40PM6h55
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
09:35PMPortsmouth
$441One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
03:15PM6h20
Manchester, Airport
09:35PMPortsmouth
$441One-way
0 transfers
National Express
11:40PM12h40
Manchester, Coach Station
12:20PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
$481One-way
1 transfer

Manchester to Portsmouth bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express
NX421
02:45AM Manchester, Coach Station9h35 12:20PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade1 transfer
National Express
NX540
07:15AM Manchester, Coach Station8h45 04:00PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade1 transfer
Megabus02:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange6h55 09:35PM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect
Megabus03:15PM Manchester, Airport6h20 09:35PM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX422
11:40PM Manchester, Coach Station12h40 12:20PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade1 transfer

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Bus times from Manchester to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Fastest Journey

6 h 20 m

Average

8 h 51 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

308 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester for Portsmouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Megabus
03:15PM6h20
Manchester, Airport
09:35PMPortsmouth
$441One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Megabus
02:40PM6h55
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
09:35PMPortsmouth
$441One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:15AM8h45
Manchester, Coach Station
04:00PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
$291One-way
1 transfer
National Express
02:45AM9h35
Manchester, Coach Station
12:20PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
$421One-way
1 transfer
National Express
11:40PM12h40
Manchester, Coach Station
12:20PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
$481One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Manchester to Portsmouth

Buses from Manchester to Portsmouth run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€17) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
191 miles (308 km)
Average bus duration
7h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€17)
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
2
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
6h 0m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Megabus and National Express from Manchester to Portsmouth

You can travel by bus to Portsmouth from Manchester with Megabus and National Express for as low as $9 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between Manchester and Portsmouth, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Manchester to Portsmouth bus information:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $21

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Portsmouth

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Portsmouth with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Portsmouth.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Portsmouth can start from as little as $19 (€17) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to Portsmouth is $34 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Manchester to Portsmouth is 6 h   to travel the 191 mile (308 km) long trip, with around there are 14 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Manchester to Portsmouth leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Manchester to Portsmouth leaves at 11: 40 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Manchester to Portsmouth with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Manchester to Portsmouth bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus or National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to Portsmouth from Manchester to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Manchester, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester, Airport. When arriving in Portsmouth, you can end your route in bus stations like Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange and Portsmouth, Queen St (Stop P).

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Portsmouth by bus is November.
You have options as you can travel to Portsmouth from Manchester 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Portsmouth

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The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange for your trip from Manchester to Portsmouth.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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address
Address
Shudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135
  • Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, AirportWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
Manchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103
  • Train: Manchester Airport
The major bus station for arrivals in Portsmouth is Portsmouth, Queen St (Stop P). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth, Queen St (Stop P) for your trip to Portsmouth from Manchester.
Portsmouth, Queen St (Stop P)Accessibility
Amenities at bus station
AccessibilityAccessibility
address
Address
Portsmouth PO1 3DT, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth PO1 3DT, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:00
Car connection
The Hard
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at The Hard (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14
  • Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway

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