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Compare all timetables for the bus from Portsmouth to Bristol

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Portsmouth to Bristol from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£21
tomorrow
£8
Monday
£9
Tuesday
£8
Wednesday
£9
Thursday
£8
Friday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 10m 03:05 Portsmouth University 09:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 5h 55m 03:20 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 09:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 8h 53m 03:05 Portsmouth University 11:58 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £25
National Express 8h 50m 03:05 Portsmouth University 11:55 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £25
National Express 8h 38m 03:20 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 11:58 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Portsmouth to Bristol via Fareham, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 10%
      6h 25m
      Portsmouth
      8 km
      02:50
      Fareham
      Bus Station
      09:15
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £19

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 03:05 Portsmouth University 12:00 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £8
National Express 8h 53m 03:05 Portsmouth University 11:58 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £8
National Express 6h 10m 03:05 Portsmouth University 09:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 5h 36m 18:29 Portsmouth University 00:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 8h 50m 03:05 Portsmouth University 11:55 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 11m 15:09 Portsmouth University 21:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 5h 55m 15:25 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 21:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 6h 1m 12:19 Portsmouth University 18:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 5h 36m 18:29 Portsmouth University 00:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 5h 45m 12:35 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 18:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 26m 18:29 Portsmouth University 23:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 5h 10m 18:45 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 23:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 7h 23m 05:20 Portsmouth University 12:43 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £8
National Express 7h 34m 15:54 Portsmouth University 23:28 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £8
National Express 7h 25m 05:20 Portsmouth University 12:45 Bristol Black Boy Hill  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 5h 26m 18:29 Portsmouth University 23:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 5h 10m 18:45 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 23:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 7h 25m 05:20 Portsmouth University 12:45 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £9
National Express 7h 23m 05:20 Portsmouth University 12:43 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £9
National Express 7h 8m 05:35 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 12:43 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £9

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 26m 18:29 Portsmouth University 23:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 5h 10m 18:45 Portsmouth The Hard Interchange 23:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 7h 31m 12:39 Portsmouth University 20:10 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £12
National Express 7h 36m 12:39 Portsmouth University 20:15 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £12
National Express 7h 34m 12:39 Portsmouth University 20:13 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 03:05 Portsmouth University 12:00 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £19
National Express 6h 40m 07:05 Portsmouth University 13:45 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £19
National Express 7h 56m 12:19 Portsmouth University 20:15 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £19
National Express 7h 1m 15:09 Portsmouth University 22:10 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £19
National Express 6h 10m 03:05 Portsmouth University 09:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Portsmouth to Bristol via Fareham, you can save more than £-1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      Portsmouth
      8 km
      18:05
      Fareham
      Bus Station
      00:05
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £20

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Portsmouth to Bristol is £8 on 04/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Portsmouth and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Portsmouth and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 55 daily coaches from Portsmouth to Bristol. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 46 daily coaches between Portsmouth and Bristol.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 160 coaches from Portsmouth to Bristol, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Portsmouth and Bristol, with 35 offers.

Facts about coaches from Portsmouth to Bristol

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 50 times every day by bus from Portsmouth to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Coach 03:05
Latest Coach 20:15
Daily Bus Connections 50 Ø
Distance 126.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Portsmouth to Bristol

Every day, 50 buses from 1 coach companies leave Portsmouth for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
Saturday 06/12
£29
Sunday 07/12
£8
Monday 08/12
£11
Tuesday 09/12
£19
Wednesday 10/12
£11
Thursday 11/12
£12
Friday 12/12
£19
Saturday 13/12
£28
Sunday 14/12
£19
Monday 15/12
£23
Tuesday 16/12
£19
Wednesday 17/12
£22
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
£30
Saturday 20/12
£30
Sunday 21/12
£30
Monday 22/12
£34
Tuesday 23/12
£34
Wednesday 24/12
£34
Thursday 25/12
£107
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£34
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Portsmouth to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Portsmouth to Bristol. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Portsmouth to Bristol, with £8. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £10.

How to save money travelling from Portsmouth to Bristol

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Portsmouth to Bristol, 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 Portsmouth to Bristol are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Portsmouth to Bristol

These are the most booked bus companies between Portsmouth to Bristol from our users.

National Express from Portsmouth to Bristol

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 4h 30m
Earliest Coach 03:05
Last Coach 20:15
Daily Connections 50 Ø
Found on 05/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Portsmouth and Bristol

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Portsmouth and Bristol.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Portsmouth to Bristol

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Portsmouth to Bristol? Or which bus companies serve the route Portsmouth to Bristol? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Portsmouth to Bristol bus

How much does a Portsmouth - Bristol coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Portsmouth - Bristol bus trip is available from £8 and takes 8h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Portsmouth to Bristol is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £58. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Portsmouth to Bristol 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 Bristol from Portsmouth take?

The quickest coach from Portsmouth to Bristol is provided by National Express and takes 4h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £58. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Portsmouth to Bristol?

The earliest bus to Bristol departs from Portsmouth at 03:05. 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 Portsmouth to Bristol?

The latest bus to Bristol departs from Portsmouth at 20:15. 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 Portsmouth - Bristol route?

Passengers looking to travel from Portsmouth to Bristol 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 Portsmouth and Bristol?

You can check all the direct connections between Portsmouth and Bristol 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 Bristol from Portsmouth?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Portsmouth Bristol 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 Portsmouth Bristol 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 Portsmouth to Bristol on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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