Portsmouth to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth to London

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

2 h 21 m

Average duration

2 h 31 m

Buses per day

14

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to London will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast buses

Of the 14 buses that leave Portsmouth for London on Wed, Feb 04, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 41 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 ExpressNX030
07:29AM2h51
Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
10:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
141One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX030
06:25PM2h25
Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
08:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
141One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX030
10:45AM2h35
Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
01:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
141One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX030
02:35PM2h45
Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
05:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
141One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX030
10:49AM2h31
Portsmouth, University
01:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
171One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to London

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 104 km

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€19

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Cheapest

€28

Average price

3h 52m

Average total duration

3h 22m

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2h 30m

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Live departures

Portsmouth to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:13 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 3:05 AMPortsmouth, University
2h45
10:00 AM 10:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 5:20 AMPortsmouth, University
3h30
10:00 AM 10:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:10 PM 7:29 AMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
2h51
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 7:35 AMPortsmouth, University
2h45
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 9:00 AMPortsmouth, University
3h20
12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:10 PM 10:45 AMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
2h35
1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 10:49 AMPortsmouth, University
2h31
1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 12:39 PMPortsmouth, University
3h11
3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:10 PM 2:35 PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade
2h45
5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 2:39 PMPortsmouth, University
2h41
5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
Delayed
4:05 PM 3:54 PMPortsmouth, University
3h26
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
On time
6:25 PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
2h25
8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
On time
6:29 PM Portsmouth, University
2h21
8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030
On time
7:55 PM Portsmouth, University
2h55
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
national_expressNX0303:05 AM Portsmouth, University
2h45
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0305:20 AM Portsmouth, University
3h30
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to London

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Buses from Portsmouth to London run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 104 km distance in 2h 5m.

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
104 km
Average bus duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
24
Direct buses
23
Fastest bus
2h 5m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:50
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 Portsmouth to LondonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as €6. 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
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
€7
National Express frequency
24 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.

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
Megabus frequency
3 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 Portsmouth to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to London can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to London is €19; 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 Portsmouth to London is 2h 5m to travel the 104 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Portsmouth to London leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Portsmouth to London leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 23 direct coaches a day from Portsmouth to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Portsmouth to London, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Portsmouth , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, University, Portsmouth, International Port, Southsea, Clarence Esplanade, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), London, Victoria Coach Station . When arriving in London , you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Wandsworth, London, Baker Street Station, London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Elephant and Castle, London, Golders Green Station, London, Earl's Court, London, Marble Arch, London, New Cross Gate, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Lewisham, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Eltham, London, Walworth, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London, Lithos Road, London, Sealand Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Hatton Cross Station (Stop B), London, St John's Wood, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Canada Square South (Canary Wharf Station), London, Mile End / Aberavon Rd, Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Booker Tottenham, London, Leman Street / Buckle Street (Aldgate East), London, Stirling Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and London including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Portsmouth to London:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to London for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Portsmouth to London depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Portsmouth to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth to London:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth to London:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Portsmouth to London with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to London with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Portsmouth to London with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Portsmouth to London

Portsmouth
London
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 London.
Amenities at bus station
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DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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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, University
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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
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