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Which bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cambridge 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
tomorrow
Sunday
from £44
Monday
Tuesday
from £42
Wednesday
from £43
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 55m 08:00 Cambridge Parkside 13:55 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £44
National Express 6h 15m 18:15 Cambridge Parkside 00:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £45
National Express 6h 50m 03:50 Cambridge Parkside 10:40 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £47
National Express 7h 5m 09:20 Cambridge Parkside 16:25 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £48
National Express 5h 35m 16:15 Cambridge Parkside 21:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 45m
      0
      16:45
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      22:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:45
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      00:30
      Portsmouth
      The Hard Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 12:15 Cambridge Parkside 18:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £42
National Express 5h 5m 05:45 Cambridge Parkside 10:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £44
National Express 6h 15m 18:15 Cambridge Parkside 00:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £45
National Express 5h 0m 09:20 Cambridge Parkside 14:20 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £47
National Express 5h 25m 16:00 Cambridge Parkside 21:25 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 15m
      0
      06:45
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      12:05
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      12:15
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      14:00
      Portsmouth
      University
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 0m 09:20 Cambridge Parkside 14:20 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £43
National Express 6h 15m 12:15 Cambridge Parkside 18:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £43
National Express 5h 5m 05:45 Cambridge Parkside 10:50 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £44
National Express 6h 15m 18:15 Cambridge Parkside 00:30 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £46
National Express 5h 25m 16:00 Cambridge Parkside 21:25 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy £47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 15m
      0
      06:45
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      12:05
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      12:15
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      14:00
      Portsmouth
      University
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £8

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cambridge to Portsmouth is £42 on 23/09/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cambridge 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Cambridge to Portsmouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Cambridge and Portsmouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 coaches from Cambridge to Portsmouth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Portsmouth, with 3 offers.

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All facts for Cambridge to Portsmouth bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 5 times by bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth in one click. Book your Cambridge to Portsmouth bus ticket starting from £42!

Cheapest Bus £42
Fastest Bus 4h 55m
Earliest Coach 03:50
Latest Coach 18:15
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 175.3 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cambridge to Portsmouth?

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Cambridge for Portsmouth. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 19/09/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/09
Tuesday 16/09
Wednesday 17/09
Thursday 18/09
Friday 19/09
Saturday 20/09
Sunday 21/09
£44
Monday 22/09
Tuesday 23/09
£42
Wednesday 24/09
£43
Thursday 25/09
Friday 26/09
£43
Saturday 27/09
£42
Sunday 28/09
Monday 29/09
Tuesday 30/09
Wednesday 01/10
Thursday 02/10
Friday 03/10
Saturday 04/10
Sunday 05/10
Monday 06/10
Tuesday 07/10
Wednesday 08/10
Thursday 09/10
Friday 10/10
Saturday 11/10
Sunday 12/10

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to Portsmouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £42, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cambridge to Portsmouth. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £44.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Portsmouth, with £42. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £45.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Portsmouth?

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

National Express from Cambridge to Portsmouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £42
Fastest Coach 4h 55m
Earliest Coach 03:50
Last Coach 18:15
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 15/09/2025
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 Cambridge and Portsmouth

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Portsmouth bus

How much does a Cambridge Portsmouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cambridge Portsmouth bus trip is available from £42 and takes 6h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £42 to £56. 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 Cambridge Portsmouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cambridge to Portsmouth is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Portsmouth from Cambridge take?

The quickest coach from Cambridge to Portsmouth is provided by National Express and takes 4h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £56. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth?

The earliest bus to Portsmouth departs from Cambridge at 03:50. 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 Cambridge to Portsmouth?

The latest bus to Portsmouth departs from Cambridge at 18:15. 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 Cambridge Portsmouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Portsmouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge 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 Cambridge?

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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Portsmouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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