How to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth

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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč613 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. 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 Kč613, while a train costs an average of Kč1007.

Distance: 79 miles (128 km)

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Train
Bus

Kč1007

Average price

Kč613

Average price

Cheapest

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 14m

Average total duration

4h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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.

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from Bristol to Portsmouth

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • National ExpressNX040 · NX030
    1:15 PM6h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:40 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
    4081One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX040 · NX030
    1:15 PM6h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:40 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
    4081One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayW34974
    9:23 AM2h24
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:47 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    10131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayG15001
    7:22 AM2h26
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:48 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    10131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15006
    10:21 AM2h26
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:47 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    10131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34957
    5:01 AM2h30
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    7:31 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    10131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX040 · NX030
    1:15 PM6h30
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:45 PMPortsmouth, University
    4471One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX040 · NX030
    10:00 AM6h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    4:00 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
    5181One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX040 · NX030
    6:15 AM6h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    12:15 PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
    5181One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol 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 Bristol to Portsmouth.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Portsmouth including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth is a bus with an average price of Kč613.

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

A bus is Kč394 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Portsmouth costing on average Kč1007.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 57m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 14m.

The distance from Bristol to Portsmouth is approximately 79 miles (128 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Portsmouth is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol 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 Bristol to Portsmouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Fishbourne and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Portsmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Portsmouth by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Portsmouth by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Portsmouth:
  • 6 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Omio customers who travel from Bristol 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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