The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Portsmouth will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 3 buses that leave Luton 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 129 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 4 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 train and bus for Luton to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 PM Luton | 4h35 | 10:00 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Luton | 4h35 | 11:30 PM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Luton | 4h45 | 1:15 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Portsmouth
Buses from Luton to Portsmouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 129 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Luton to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

When departing from Luton, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3). When arriving in Portsmouth, you can end your journey in coach stations like Portsmouth, International Port, Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange and Portsmouth, University.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Portsmouth, International Port, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Luton to Portsmouth
- 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
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