- Must visit
York Castle Museum
Social history museum in the former prison complex, famous for recreated Victorian streets and everyday life displays.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 26m. 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 $34, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 218 miles (351 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg 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 York:
A bus is $76 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to York costing on average $124 (€101).
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 39m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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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 02:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 01:53PM | Duration 10h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 01:53PM | Duration 10h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:53PM | Duration 10h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 03:53PM | Duration 9h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 10h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:29AM | Arrival Time 05:42PM | Duration 10h13 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 10h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 10h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 06:46PM | Duration 10h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:46PM | Duration 10h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:49AM | Arrival Time 07:46PM | Duration 9h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 07:46PM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:34AM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 10h08 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:19PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 8h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 11:22PM | Duration 9h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 11:22PM | Duration 9h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 8h46 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h46 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:29PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:01AM | Duration 12h06 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 08:01AM | Duration 12h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:01AM | Duration 11h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:01AM | Duration 11h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to York buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | Delayed 8:49 AM 3:05 AMPortsmouth, University | 10h48 | 3:21 PM 3:21 PMYork, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | Delayed 9:50 AM 3:20 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 10h33 | 3:21 PM 3:21 PMYork, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | Delayed 8:49 AM 5:50 AMPortsmouth, University | 10h03 | 3:21 PM 3:21 PMYork, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | Delayed 9:50 AM 6:05 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 9h48 | 3:21 PM 3:21 PMYork, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC840 | Delayed 8:49 AM 7:25 AMPortsmouth, University | 10h26 | 5:51 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC840 | Delayed 9:50 AM 7:40 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 10h11 | 5:51 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC840 | 7:50 AM Portsmouth, International Port | 10h01 | 5:51 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | Delayed 8:49 AM 8:14 AMPortsmouth, University | 10h32 | 6:46 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | Delayed 9:50 AM 8:30 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 10h16 | 6:46 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC843 | On time 9:49 AM Portsmouth, University | 9h57 | 7:46 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC843 | Delayed 9:50 AM 10:05 AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 9h41 | 7:46 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC843 | On time 10:34 AM Portsmouth, University | 10h08 | 8:42 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 · YC843 | On time 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 9h52 | 8:42 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 12:19 PM Portsmouth, University | 8h31 | 8:50 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 12:35 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h15 | 8:50 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | On time 1:34 PM Portsmouth, University | 9h48 | 11:22 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX426 · YC843 | On time 1:50 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 9h32 | 11:22 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 3:09 PM Portsmouth, University | 8h41 | 11:50 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | On time 3:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h25 | 11:50 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX561 | 3:35 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 8h15 | 11:50 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX436 | On time 6:29 PM Portsmouth, University | 9h26 | 3:55 AM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX436 | On time 6:45 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 9h10 | 3:55 AM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · NX465 · YC840 | On time 7:55 PM Portsmouth, University | 12h06 | 8:01 AM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX465 · YC840 | On time 8:10 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 11h51 | 8:01 AM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX030 · NX465 · YC840 | 8:15 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 11h46 | 8:01 AM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Portsmouth to York run on average 23 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 218 miles (351 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 218 miles (351 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect York trip today.
Social history museum in the former prison complex, famous for recreated Victorian streets and everyday life displays.
Immersive archaeology attraction built around Viking-age remains, one of York’s signature experiences.
National collection of historic locomotives and railway engineering, widely regarded as one of York’s top free attractions.
York’s most famous medieval street, known for overhanging timber buildings and constant visitor interest.
Central riverside gardens with abbey ruins, lawns, and one of the city’s best places for a relaxed historic walk.
Green space beside York Minster offering classic cathedral views and a quieter break from the busy centre.
The county’s best-known speciality, a baked batter pudding traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Yorkshire Sunday lunches.
A classic Yorkshire Sunday roast of beef, roast potatoes, vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding; deeply associated with the region.
Cured ham traditionally linked to York, known for its mild flavour and historic association with the city’s butchery and curing trade.
Established fine dining restaurant from Tommy Banks, focused on seasonal tasting menus and refined Yorkshire produce.
Well-known riverside restaurant serving modern British food with strong Yorkshire ingredients in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Popular steak and cocktail venue known for quality meat, polished service, and a stylish brasserie atmosphere near the city walls.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and attractions are manageable, but hotels and weekend dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafés, pubs, and for hotel staff.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portsmouth to York buses use the Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange to York, Rail Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and York 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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