The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
14 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Portsmouth will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 3 buses that leave Glasgow for Portsmouth on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 14 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 15 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €88.
Distance: 601 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€64 Average price Cheapest | €176 Average price | €80 Average price |
11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Portsmouth buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Glasgow | 14h20 | 10:00 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Glasgow | 15h15 | 11:30 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Glasgow | 13h15 | 9:40 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Glasgow | 14h55 | 12:55 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Portsmouth
Buses from Glasgow to Portsmouth run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 601 km distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 601 km |
Average bus duration 11h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Glasgow to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Portsmouth
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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