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Which bus from Bristol to Portsmouth is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bristol to Portsmouth. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£16
tomorrow
£15
Sunday
£8
Monday
£8
Tuesday
£7
Wednesday
£8
Thursday
£10

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 38m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £16
National Express 7h 43m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:55 Portsmouth University  Economy £16
National Express 7h 21m 10:29 Bristol Clifton Down 17:50 Portsmouth University  Economy £16
National Express 7h 41m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 21:55 Portsmouth University  Economy £16
National Express 7h 36m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 21:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 43m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:55 Portsmouth University  Economy £15
National Express 7h 38m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £15
National Express 7h 41m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 21:55 Portsmouth University  Economy £15
National Express 7h 36m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 21:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £15
National Express 5h 48m 20:30 Bristol Coach Station 02:18 Portsmouth University  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 48m 20:30 Bristol Coach Station 02:18 Portsmouth University  Economy £8
National Express 5h 45m 20:30 Bristol Coach Station 02:15 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £8
National Express 6h 38m 08:17 Bristol Black Boy Hill 14:55 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £10
National Express 6h 58m 10:27 Bristol Black Boy Hill 17:25 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £10
National Express 6h 43m 08:17 Bristol Black Boy Hill 15:00 Portsmouth University  Economy £10

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 48m 20:30 Bristol Coach Station 02:18 Portsmouth University  Economy £8
National Express 5h 45m 20:30 Bristol Coach Station 02:15 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £8
National Express 7h 43m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:55 Portsmouth University  Economy £11
National Express 7h 38m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £11
National Express 7h 41m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 21:55 Portsmouth University  Economy £11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 20:00 Bristol Coach Station 02:15 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £7
National Express 6h 18m 20:00 Bristol Coach Station 02:18 Portsmouth University  Economy £7
National Express 8h 23m 10:07 Bristol Black Boy Hill 18:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £8
National Express 8h 28m 10:07 Bristol Black Boy Hill 18:35 Portsmouth University  Economy £8
National Express 8h 26m 10:09 Bristol Clifton Down 18:35 Portsmouth University  Economy £8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 20:00 Bristol Coach Station 02:15 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £8
National Express 6h 18m 20:00 Bristol Coach Station 02:18 Portsmouth University  Economy £8
National Express 8h 28m 10:07 Bristol Black Boy Hill 18:35 Portsmouth University  Economy £10
National Express 8h 21m 10:09 Bristol Clifton Down 18:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £10
National Express 7h 53m 08:07 Bristol Black Boy Hill 16:00 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £11

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 18m 20:00 Bristol Coach Station 02:18 Portsmouth University  Economy £10
National Express 6h 15m 20:00 Bristol Coach Station 02:15 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £10
National Express 7h 53m 08:07 Bristol Black Boy Hill 16:00 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £11
National Express 7h 58m 08:07 Bristol Black Boy Hill 16:05 Portsmouth University  Economy £11
National Express 7h 51m 08:09 Bristol Clifton Down 16:00 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bristol to Portsmouth is £7 on 09/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bristol and Portsmouth?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bristol to Portsmouth. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 57 daily coaches from Bristol to Portsmouth. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 40 daily coaches between Bristol and Portsmouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 180 coaches from Bristol to Portsmouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Portsmouth, with 10 offers.

All facts for Bristol to Portsmouth bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 50 times by bus from Bristol to Portsmouth in one click. Book your Bristol to Portsmouth bus ticket starting from £7!

Cheapest Bus £7
Fastest Bus 4h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:50
Latest Coach 20:00
Daily Bus Connections 50 Ø
Distance 126.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Portsmouth?

Every day, 50 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bristol for Portsmouth. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£21
Saturday 06/12
£17
Sunday 07/12
£8
Monday 08/12
£8
Tuesday 09/12
£8
Wednesday 10/12
£11
Thursday 11/12
£10
Friday 12/12
£22
Saturday 13/12
£23
Sunday 14/12
£19
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£19
Wednesday 17/12
£19
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
£30
Saturday 20/12
£30
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
£34
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
£34
Thursday 25/12
£107
Friday 26/12
£49
Saturday 27/12
£34
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £7, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bristol to Portsmouth. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Portsmouth, with £7. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from Bristol to Portsmouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bristol to Portsmouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bristol to Portsmouth are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Bristol to Portsmouth?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bristol to Portsmouth timetable.

National Express from Bristol to Portsmouth

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bristol to Portsmouth:

Cheapest Price £7
Fastest Coach 4h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:50
Last Coach 20:00
Daily Connections 50 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Portsmouth

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bristol and Portsmouth. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Portsmouth.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bristol to Portsmouth

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bristol to Portsmouth. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bristol to Portsmouth bus

How much does a Bristol Portsmouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bristol Portsmouth bus trip is available from £7 and takes 6h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Portsmouth?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £7 to £52. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Portsmouth.

How many connections are available for the Bristol Portsmouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bristol to Portsmouth is offered by roughly 50 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Portsmouth from Bristol take?

The quickest coach from Bristol to Portsmouth is provided by National Express and takes 4h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £47. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Portsmouth?

The earliest bus to Portsmouth departs from Bristol at 05:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bristol to Portsmouth?

The latest bus to Portsmouth departs from Bristol at 20:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bristol Portsmouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bristol to Portsmouth can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Portsmouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Portsmouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Portsmouth from Bristol?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bristol Portsmouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bristol Portsmouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Portsmouth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Portsmouth

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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