4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth to Leicester
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€24
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 38 m
Buses on Sep 18
5
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Leicester will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 buses from Portsmouth to Leicester, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
3:29 PM6h56Portsmouth10:25 PMLeicester€141One-way0 transfers- 7:55 PM7h00Portsmouth2:55 AMLeicester€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM7h05Portsmouth4:55 PMLeicester€251One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM6h45Portsmouth7:00 PMLeicester€271One-way0 transfers
- 5:29 PM5h26Portsmouth10:55 PMLeicester€341One-way0 transfers
- 5:29 PM5h26Portsmouth10:55 PMLeicester€341One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM6h45Portsmouth7:00 PMLeicester€271One-way0 transfers
- 3:29 PM6h56Portsmouth10:25 PMLeicester€141One-way0 transfers
- 7:55 PM7h00Portsmouth2:55 AMLeicester€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM7h05Portsmouth4:55 PMLeicester€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Portsmouth to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a train costs an average of €68.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price | €47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to Leicester:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Leicester costing on average €68.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 23m.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Leicester buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX030 · NX440 | 5:35 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h55 | 1:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 7:35 AM Portsmouth, University | 7h15 | 2:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 7:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h00 | 2:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 8:00 AM Portsmouth, International Port | 6h50 | 2:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 9:00 AM Portsmouth, University | 7h20 | 4:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 9:20 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h00 | 4:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 10:49 AM Portsmouth, University | 6h46 | 5:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 11:05 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h30 | 5:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 12:39 PM Portsmouth, University | 8h01 | 8:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 12:55 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 7h45 | 8:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 2:39 PM Portsmouth, University | 6h31 | 9:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 2:55 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h15 | 9:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 3:05 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 6h05 | 9:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 3:54 PM Portsmouth, University | 6h36 | 10:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 4:10 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 6h20 | 10:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 6:29 PM Portsmouth, University | 5h41 | 12:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 6:45 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 5h25 | 12:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 7:55 PM Portsmouth, University | 8h35 | 4:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 8:10 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 8h20 | 4:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 · NX440 | 8:15 PM Portsmouth, International Port | 8h15 | 4:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Portsmouth to Leicester run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 21:04. The fastest bus covers the 205 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 9:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Portsmouth to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Leicester with National Express, Megabus 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 Portsmouth to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Portsmouth to Leicester
Most Portsmouth to Leicester buses use the Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do buses to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at The Hard (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Portsmouth, International Port from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, International Port is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, International Port bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, International Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the terminal (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, International Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, International Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, International Port: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
Most popular bus connections from Portsmouth
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