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Royal Armouries Museum
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections from across the world, interactive galleries, and regular live demonstrations. One of Leeds' signature cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Leeds will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Leeds without transferring at least once.
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NX030 · NX561Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $85.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Leeds:
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Leeds costing on average $120 (€98).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $90 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€39). The journey takes 7h 59m versus 4h 34m 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 Megabus.
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 02:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:14AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 8h36 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 8h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:49AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:34AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h21 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:49AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:19AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h41 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:19PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 8h01 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h31 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 8h26 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Leeds 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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![]() | 2:09 PM Portsmouth | 7h56 | 10:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:09 PM Portsmouth | 7h56 | 11:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Portsmouth | 7h40 | 11:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Portsmouth | 9h20 | 4:15 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX030 · NX426 | Delayed 8:49 AM 3:05 AMPortsmouth, University | 8h15 | 11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | Delayed 9:50 AM 3:20 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h00 | 11:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | Delayed 8:49 AM 5:50 AMPortsmouth, University | 8h10 | 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | Delayed 9:50 AM 6:05 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h55 | 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | Delayed 8:49 AM 7:25 AMPortsmouth, University | 8h15 | 3:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | Delayed 9:50 AM 7:40 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h00 | 3:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 7:50 AM Portsmouth, International Port | 7h50 | 3:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | Delayed 8:49 AM 8:14 AMPortsmouth, University | 8h36 | 4:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | Delayed 9:50 AM 8:30 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h20 | 4:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 9:49 AM Portsmouth, University | 8h11 | 6:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | Delayed 9:50 AM 10:05 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h55 | 6:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 10:34 AM Portsmouth, University | 8h21 | 6:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h05 | 6:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 12:19 PM Portsmouth, University | 7h41 | 8:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 12:35 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h25 | 8:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | On time 1:34 PM Portsmouth, University | 8h16 | 9:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 | On time 1:50 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h00 | 9:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 3:09 PM Portsmouth, University | 7h51 | 11:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 3:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h35 | 11:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX465 | On time 7:55 PM Portsmouth, University | 9h40 | 5:35 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX465 | On time 8:10 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 9h25 | 5:35 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Portsmouth to Leeds run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Leeds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeds trip today.
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections from across the world, interactive galleries, and regular live demonstrations. One of Leeds' signature cultural attractions.
Leading city gallery known for British art, strong modern and contemporary collections, and an elegant historic interior beside Millennium Square.
Specialist centre for sculpture with changing exhibitions, research collections, and a strong connection to Yorkshire-born artist Henry Moore.
Upscale covered arcade district famed for ornate architecture, luxury shopping, and highly photogenic interiors that are popular on social media.
Leeds' historic main shopping street, notable for its arcades, architectural details, and constant city-centre atmosphere.
One of Europe's largest urban parks, with lakes, open parkland, woodlands, and broad walking routes that are very popular with locals.
A baked batter pudding from Yorkshire, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy; one of the region’s best-known classics.
A traditional British roast dinner commonly enjoyed in Leeds pubs, usually with roast meat, roast potatoes, vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding.
A crumbly Yorkshire cheese often eaten with fruit cake or crackers; a classic regional product from nearby North Yorkshire.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant in Leeds known for inventive tasting menus and a theatrical, modern atmosphere.
Popular casual spot serving Indian street food and craft beer, with a lively atmosphere and strong vegetarian selection.
Well-regarded restaurant focused on wood-fired cooking, seasonal British ingredients, and a stylish but relaxed setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Chain cafes and pubs are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service charge is uncommon outside some upscale places. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; tipping in pubs and cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portsmouth to Leeds buses use the Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange to Leeds, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Leeds 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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