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The Roman Baths
Bath’s best-known historic museum complex, preserving the ancient bathing site, temple remains, and major archaeological finds from Roman Britain.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Bath will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Bath without transferring at least once.
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NX030 · NX403Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Portsmouth to Bath:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Bath costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 31m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:34AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h56 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:19PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 6h16 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h46 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:54PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:29PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Bath buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 3:05 AMPortsmouth, University | 6h55 | 5:15 PM 5:15 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 5:50 AMPortsmouth, University | 6h25 | 5:15 PM 5:15 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 8:14 AMPortsmouth, University | 5h31 | 5:15 PM 5:15 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 10:34 AMPortsmouth, University | 6h56 | 5:15 PM 5:15 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 12:19 PMPortsmouth, University | 6h16 | 6:35 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 1:34 PMPortsmouth, University | 6h46 | 8:20 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | On time 3:35 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 6h30 | 10:05 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 4:39 PMPortsmouth, University | 5h26 | 10:05 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | Delayed 8:55 PM 7:55 PMPortsmouth, University | 5h25 | 1:20 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | On time 8:15 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 5h05 | 1:20 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 3:05 AM Portsmouth, University | 6h55 | 10:00 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 3:20 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h40 | 10:00 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 5:50 AM Portsmouth, University | 6h25 | 12:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 6:05 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h10 | 12:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | On time 7:50 AM Portsmouth, International Port | 5h55 | 1:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 8:14 AM Portsmouth, University | 5h31 | 1:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 8:30 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 10:34 AM Portsmouth, University | 6h56 | 5:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h40 | 5:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | On time 12:19 PM Portsmouth, University | 6h16 | 6:35 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX403 | On time 12:35 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h00 | 6:35 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Portsmouth to Bath run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 22:03. The fastest bus covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 10:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Bath’s best-known historic museum complex, preserving the ancient bathing site, temple remains, and major archaeological finds from Roman Britain.
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Bath’s public art museum, showing paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions in a grand historic building near Pulteney Bridge.
A grand Georgian boulevard leading to the Holburne Museum, famous for its symmetry, elegant facades, and frequent social media appeal.
Riverside ornamental gardens near Pulteney Bridge, offering classic Bath views, flower displays, and a pleasant central walking stop.
A large public park beside the Royal Crescent with lawns, botanical interest, and open space that balances Bath’s dense historic core.
A rich, sweet yeasted bun traditionally associated with Bath, often glazed and topped with currants or sugar nibs.
Bath’s most famous baked specialty, a large light brioche-like bun usually served sweet or savory in the historic Sally Lunn style.
A crisp, dry biscuit created in Bath, traditionally eaten with cheese or wine and linked to the city’s Georgian dining culture.
Well-regarded independent restaurant serving seasonal British cuisine in an intimate, elegant setting near Bath’s Georgian landmarks.
Refined restaurant focused on modern British cooking with game and regional produce, offering a polished fine-dining experience.
Popular seafood restaurant known for excellent fish and chips, fresh shellfish, and a relaxed modern atmosphere.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and dining, though pubs, chains, and lunch deals can keep daily costs manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is standard for good service. Round up taxis. Tipping is optional in cafes, pubs, and for counter service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portsmouth to Bath buses use the Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange to Bath, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Bath 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.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
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