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The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€51

Average price

€61

Fastest journey

7 h

Average duration

8 h 48 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

318 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool to Portsmouth will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Portsmouth without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX423 · NX030
11:40PM11h10
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
10:50AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
€511One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX421 · NX030
01:45AM10h30
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
12:15PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
€541One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX550 · NX030
07:15PM7h00
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
02:15AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
€561One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX550 · NX030
10:10AM10h10
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
08:20PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
€611One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX550 · NX030
06:25AM7h30
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
01:55PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
€681One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €62.

Distance: 318 km

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Bus
Train

€30

Average price

Cheapest

€135

Average price

8h 32m

Average total duration

8h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Liverpool to Portsmouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Portsmouth buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:04 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express7:30 AM Liverpool
8h55
4:25 PM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect
national_express1:00 PM Liverpool
12h18
1:18 AM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 21
national_expressNX421 · NX030
On time
1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
10h30
12:15 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange		1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Portsmouth

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Buses from Liverpool to Portsmouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:41, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 318 km distance in 8h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
318 km
Average bus duration
8h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
8h 55m
First bus
00:41
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Liverpool to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Portsmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 55m
Cheapest Price
€15
National Express frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 20m
Cheapest Price
€26
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Portsmouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Liverpool to Portsmouth can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Liverpool to Portsmouth is €35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth is 9 h 15 min   to travel the 317 km long journey, with around there are 10 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth leaves at 06: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth leaves at 23: 40.
There are 10 coaches a day from Liverpool to Portsmouth which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Liverpool to Portsmouth coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Liverpool to Portsmouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Liverpool to Portsmouth by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel to Portsmouth from Liverpool 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Liverpool to Portsmouth.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Portsmouth

    Liverpool
    Portsmouth
    The major bus station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool, University. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, University for your trip from Liverpool to Portsmouth.
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    Amenities at bus station
    TaxisTaxis
    information
    address
    Address
    University of Liverpool, Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L69 3BX, UK
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Brownlow Hill
    Public transit options for Liverpool, University
    • Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning PlaceWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Canning Place, Liverpool L1 8JX, UK
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Canning Place
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café in the Station (in the station)
    • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
    Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
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