The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Birmingham will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Portsmouth to Birmingham Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:49AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h26 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:34AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h36 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:49AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:19PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h51 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h36 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h41 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h21 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:54PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 7h31 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:29PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:29PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Birmingham buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:55 PM Portsmouth | 6h25 | 8:20 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Portsmouth | 6h20 | 11:45 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Portsmouth | 6h00 | 11:45 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX030 · NX400 | On time 3:05 AM Portsmouth, University | 7h35 | 10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 3:20 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h20 | 10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 5:20 AM Portsmouth, University | 7h40 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 5:35 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h25 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX550 | On time 7:20 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h40 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 8:20 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h15 | 3:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 10:05 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h30 | 4:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h45 | 6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 12:35 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h10 | 7:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 1:50 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h30 | 9:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 3:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h05 | 9:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 4:45 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h45 | 11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX400 | On time 6:45 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 5h35 | 12:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX424 | On time 8:10 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h20 | 2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham
Buses from Portsmouth to Birmingham run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 21:11. The fastest bus covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 22 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 21:11 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Portsmouth to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Portsmouth to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Birmingham, Brunel Street, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, a cultural institution housing a vast collection of art and historical artifacts
- Cadbury World, an interactive chocolate-themed attraction offering tours and exhibits
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens, a serene 15-acre garden featuring exotic plants and glasshouses
- Symphony Hall, a renowned concert venue known for its exceptional acoustics and diverse performances
- The Bullring, a major shopping center with a wide range of retail outlets and dining options.
- Explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, known for its unique shops and vibrant atmosphere
- Take a canal boat tour to see the city from a different perspective
- Visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, home to a variety of marine life and interactive exhibits
- Enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome, one of the busiest theatres in the UK
- Discover the rich history of the city at the Birmingham Back to Backs, a preserved 19th-century courtyard of working people's houses.
- 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.
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- 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 Portsmouth to Birmingham
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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