Southampton to Portsmouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Portsmouth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€18
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€18
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 21 m
Buses on Nov 04
1
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Portsmouth will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 buses from Southampton to Portsmouth, including 1 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 21 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.

  • South Western Railway
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Portsmouth

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Buses from Southampton to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by train.

There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 25 km distance in 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €4
Distance
25 km
Average bus duration
53m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
12:04 AM
Last bus
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €4

Frequently asked questions about your Southampton to Portsmouth trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Southampton to Portsmouth.

Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Portsmouth can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Portsmouth is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Southampton to Portsmouth leaves at 12:04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Portsmouth leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Southampton to Portsmouth with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Southampton to Portsmouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Portsmouth buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western Railway8:28 AM Southampton
1h21
9:49 AM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Southampton to Portsmouth buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Southampton to Portsmouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southampton to Portsmouth.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as €4. 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 National Express Duration
40m
Cheapest National Express Price
€7
National Express frequency
5 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton and Portsmouth

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Southampton to Portsmouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton to Portsmouth depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Portsmouth:
  • 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 Southampton to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Portsmouth

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

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Portsmouth including taking a bus and train.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Southampton to Portsmouth

Most Southampton to Portsmouth buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Portsmouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Southampton
Arrival bus stations in Portsmouth

Which Southampton station do buses to Portsmouth leave from?

Buses from Southampton to Portsmouth leave from Southampton, Coach Station. The station is from Southampton city centre at Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom.
Southampton, Coach StationHarbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · €2 · every ~20 min

Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

Bus stations for Southampton to Portsmouth

Check bus stations information for Southampton and Portsmouth, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, located 1 away from the city centre.

Most popular bus connections from Southampton

Most popular bus connections to Portsmouth

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