Portsmouth to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Dec 12

Cheapest price

€40

Average price

€45

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

6 h 52 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

240 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Nottingham will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX030 · NX450
03:35PM6h05
Portsmouth, International Port
09:40PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
401One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX030 · NX450
07:30AM7h10
Portsmouth, International Port
02:40PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
401One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX030 · NX465
08:15PM7h20
Portsmouth, International Port
03:35AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
561One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €45.

Distance: 240 km

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Bus
Train

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€88

Average price

6h 29m

Average total duration

5h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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South Western Railway

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Live departures

Portsmouth to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Nottingham buses for tomorrow, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 8:13 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX030 · NX450
Delayed
7:30 AM Portsmouth, International Port
7h10
4:15 PM 4:15 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX030 · NX450
On time
3:35 PM Portsmouth, International Port
6h05
9:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Nottingham

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Buses from Portsmouth to Nottingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 20:36. The fastest bus covers the 240 km distance in 5h 45m.

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
240 km
Average bus duration
5h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
5h 45m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
20:36
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 NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Nottingham with National Express, Megabus for as low as €14. 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
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
€14
National Express frequency
7 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
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
€26
Megabus frequency
2 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 Nottingham

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to Nottingham can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Nottingham is €24; 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 Nottingham coach time is 5 h 35 min   covering the 239 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Portsmouth to Nottingham leaves at 08: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Portsmouth to Nottingham leaves at 19: 55.
There are 10 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Portsmouth to Nottingham coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Portsmouth to Nottingham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Portsmouth, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Portsmouth, International Port, Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange and Portsmouth, University. When arriving in Nottingham, you can end your journey in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) and Nottingham, Beeston Centre Tram stop.

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 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Portsmouth to Nottingham by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Nottingham including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Portsmouth to Nottingham

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