Portsmouth to Leeds bus with Megabus

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

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€21

Average price

€29

Fastest journey

8 h 10 m

Average duration

8 h 18 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

335 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Leeds will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth for Leeds on Wed, Nov 05, 2 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 335 km distance in an average of 8 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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
01:55PM8h10
Portsmouth
10:05PMLeeds
€211One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:35AM8h25
Portsmouth
01:00PMLeeds
€381One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Leeds 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 47m. 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 €43.

Distance: 335 km

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Bus
Train

€36

Average price

Cheapest

€98

Average price

8h 24m

Average total duration

7h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 47m

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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LNER

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Portsmouth to Leeds bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:18 PM
Last updated at 10:18 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express4:35 AM Portsmouth
8h25
1:00 PM Leeds0 transfersDirect
national_express1:55 PM Portsmouth
8h10
10:05 PM Leeds0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Leeds

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Buses from Portsmouth to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 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
335 km
Average bus duration
7h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
7h 40m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:30
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: Megabus, National Express from Portsmouth to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Leeds with Megabus, National Express for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 40m
Cheapest Price
€27
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.
Entertaiment on board

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
7h 25m
Cheapest Price
€15
National Express frequency
9 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.

FAQs: Bus from Portsmouth to Leeds

FAQs: Take the bus from Portsmouth to Leeds 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 Leeds.
FAQs
On average the Portsmouth to Leeds coach travel time is 8 h 47 min   for the 334 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Portsmouth to Leeds leaves at 07: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Portsmouth to Leeds leaves at 15: 15.
There is 1 coach a day from Portsmouth to Leeds which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Portsmouth to Leeds coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus or National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Portsmouth to Leeds to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Portsmouth, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Portsmouth, International Port, Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange and Portsmouth, University. When arriving in Leeds, you can end your journey in coach stations like Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport and Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Portsmouth, International Port, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leeds, Coach Station, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Portsmouth to Leeds by coach is March.
Yes, you can take a coach between Portsmouth and Leeds.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Portsmouth to Leeds

Portsmouth
Leeds
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 Leeds.
Portsmouth, The Hard InterchangeWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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
Portsmouth, International PortWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Wharf Road, Portsmouth PO2 8RU, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
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
Portsmouth, University
information
Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
information

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