Portsmouth to Bristol bus with National Express

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth to Bristol

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€24

Average price

€31

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

5 h 50 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Portsmouth for Bristol on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.

National Express
06:50AM6h40
Portsmouth
01:30PMBristol
€241One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:05AM5h40
Portsmouth
03:45PMBristol
€311One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:45PM5h10
Portsmouth
10:55PMBristol
€381One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 128 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€22

Average price

Cheapest

€36

Average price

4h 30m

Average total duration

4h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Portsmouth to Bristol bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:48 PM
Last updated at 10:48 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express6:50 AM Portsmouth
6h40
1:30 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express10:05 AM Portsmouth
5h40
3:45 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express5:45 PM Portsmouth
5h10
10:55 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Bristol

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Buses from Portsmouth to Bristol run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
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
128 km
Average bus duration
4h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Buses per day
18
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
23:55
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 from Portsmouth to BristolYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Bristol with National Express for as low as €10. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
€10
National Express frequency
19 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.

FAQs: Bus from Portsmouth to Bristol

FAQs: Take the bus from Portsmouth to Bristol with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Portsmouth to Bristol.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to Bristol can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Bristol is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Portsmouth to Bristol coach travel time is 5 h 10 min   for the 127 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Portsmouth to Bristol leaves at 03: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Portsmouth to Bristol leaves at 18: 45.
There are 24 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Portsmouth to Bristol coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Portsmouth to Bristol to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Portsmouth to Bristol by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Bristol including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.

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  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.
    No, luggage for the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Portsmouth to Bristol.

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    Popular bus stations from Portsmouth to Bristol

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    The major bus station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange for your trip from Portsmouth to Bristol.
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    address
    Address
    The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth PO1 3DT, UK
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    The Hard
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café at The Hard (in the station)
    • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the waiting area.
    Public transit options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
    • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
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    information
    address
    Address
    Wharf Road, Portsmouth PO2 8RU, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
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    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Wharf Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café in the terminal (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 Portsmouth, International Port
    • Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
    Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
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    Portsmouth, University
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