How to travel from Bath to Portsmouth

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Compare train and bus for Bath to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $41.

Distance: 67 miles (109 km)

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Driving

$41

Average price

$31

Average price

Cheapest

$30

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 55m

Average total duration

5h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bath to Portsmouth is a bus with an average price of $31 (€25).

This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Portsmouth:

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Portsmouth costing on average $41 (€34).

The fastest way to travel from Bath to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 43m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bath to Portsmouth among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $30 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.91 (€-8.88). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 2h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bath to Portsmouth

How to get from Bath to Portsmouth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bath to Portsmouth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    8:15 PM6h00
    Bath
    2:15 AMPortsmouth
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    8:15 PM6h00
    Bath
    2:15 AMPortsmouth
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    8:15 PM6h00
    Bath
    2:15 AMPortsmouth
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    7:15 PM6h03
    Bath
    1:18 AMPortsmouth
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bath to Portsmouth

Travel to Portsmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bath to Portsmouth.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bath and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bath to Portsmouth is a bus with an average price of $31 (€25).

This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Portsmouth:

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Portsmouth costing on average $41 (€34).

The fastest way to travel from Bath to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 43m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Bath to Portsmouth is approximately 67 miles (109 km).
The average frequency per day from Bath to Portsmouth is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bath and Portsmouth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bath to Portsmouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bath Spa (BTH) and arrive in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Fishbourne and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bath, Bus Station and arrive in Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bath to Portsmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Portsmouth by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Portsmouth by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bath to Portsmouth:
  • 6 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Omio customers who travel from Bath to Portsmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Southampton, Manchester, Birmingham, London Waterloo (WAT). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Portsmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Portsmouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending two to three days in Portsmouth is generally enough to explore key attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and enjoy the vibrant waterfront.

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