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Museum of Liverpool
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 16 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Liverpool will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
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NX030 · NX541Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Liverpool 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 4h 34m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to Liverpool:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Liverpool costing on average $143 (€117).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 4m.
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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 02:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Liverpool buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:20 AM Portsmouth | 11h45 | 2:05 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Portsmouth | 9h55 | 4:15 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Portsmouth | 12h15 | 8:15 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Portsmouth | 10h05 | 10:00 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Portsmouth | 10h05 | 11:00 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Portsmouth | 11h25 | 2:00 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Portsmouth | 9h50 | 2:00 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Portsmouth to Liverpool run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Renowned public gallery with European old masters, Victorian works, and strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative art.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery known for major exhibitions and national collection displays at the Royal Albert Dock.
Iconic waterfront promenade with Mersey views, the Three Graces, and some of the city’s best photo spots.
Scenic walking route along the Mersey connecting major sights, museums, and open views across the river.
Creative district filled with street art, warehouses, music venues, and photogenic corners popular with younger visitors.
Liverpool’s signature stew made with slow-cooked beef or lamb, potatoes, carrots and onions. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and gave Liverpudlians the nickname Scousers.
A meat-free version of Scouse made with potatoes, carrots, onions and sometimes pearl barley or lentils. It reflects the city’s working-class food traditions.
A traditional Liverpool bread pudding made from leftover bread, dried fruit, spices and tea, usually served with custard. It is a nostalgic local dessert found in cafés and bakeries.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in a grand Victorian setting, known for modern British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known food hall in the Baltic Triangle with a lively atmosphere and a range of street-food traders, bars and communal seating.
Upscale restaurant with city views, serving modern British dishes, seafood and afternoon tea in a stylish atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, cafés, and transport are fairly priced, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more on weekends and during football matches.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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