How do I get from London to Portsmouth without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Portsmouth. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from London to Portsmouth?

Traveling from London to Portsmouth takes around 2h 11m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 35m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 65 miles (104 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is London from Portsmouth?

About 65 miles (104 km) separate London and Portsmouth.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Portsmouth?

Most of the buses traveling from London to Portsmouth leave from Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Portsmouth (Rudmore Roundabout). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to go from London to Portsmouth?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. With prices starting at $7, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

How much does a bus ticket from London to Portsmouth cost?

The average price of a one-way ticket from London to Portsmouth is $14. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $7 to $31, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can you do a day trip from London to Portsmouth?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from London to Portsmouth! The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h 10m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Portsmouth before making your way back to London.

London to Portsmouth Bus Tickets

TomorrowJun 4

from $18

ThuJun 5

from $16

FriJun 6

from $15

SatJun 7

from $9

SunJun 8

from $8

MonJun 9

from $8

TueJun 10

from $8

WedJun 11

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 4 at 8:30pm
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 10:25pm
Destination city: Portsmouth
Destination location: Portsmouth (Rudmore Roundabout)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 4 at 8:50pm
Departure city: London
Departure location: Wandsworth
Arrival time: June 4 at 10:25pm
Destination city: Portsmouth
Destination location: Portsmouth (Rudmore Roundabout)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 35m
Departure time: June 4 at 10:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 12:05pm
Destination city: Portsmouth
Destination location: International Port Coach
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 5m
Departure time: June 4 at 10:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 12:05pm
Destination city: Portsmouth
Destination location: International Port Coach
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 5m
Departure time: June 4 at 10:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 12:05pm
Destination city: Portsmouth
Destination location: International Port Coach
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 5m

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Portsmouth.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $31	Average Duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$12 - $137	Average Duration2h 3m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $17	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Portsmouth

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Portsmouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Portsmouth: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$14

Average bus trip duration2h 11m

Number of daily buses26

Earliest bus departure8:00am

Distance64 miles (102 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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National Express

4/529,222 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting helpful and friendly staff, clean buses, and punctual schedules. Many appreciated the comfortable seating and smooth journeys. Some users mentioned a bit of confusion regarding ticket pricing but overall expressed satisfaction with their travel experience due to considerate treatment by staff members.

National Express London Portsmouth recent customer reviews

I have difficulty walking and am very pleased with the way I and my luggage was treated

Raymond B.

August 9, 2023

Not enough information about being there before hand and rude staff at the bus station

Angelika T.

July 1, 2023

Because someone failed to put a sign in the seats my granddaughter and I sat in behind the seats marked reserved we were humiliated , verbally attacked and called out as stupid by the bus driver. Then the father of the group began to yell at me a 74 old lady he said I was also stupid and I needed to get out of his way that I was preventing his children from sitting down. I was not talking with anyone but the bus driver. I explained I was not from here and was not aware of secret codes that meant seats were reserved. Our seats did have a sign on them. My granddaughter has PTSD and we needed to sit together. The family that said we were in their seats were the last to board which ment 4 people had to move. There were not 2 seats together and when I tried to explained the problem the bus driver told me he did not have time to listen to me complain to go to an empty seat. I called him rude and sat down. I had to keep checking on my granddaughter the entire trip.

Nannette V.

June 3, 2023

Infobus

4/5469 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

Megabus UK

3.5/54,171 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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London to Portsmouth Bus

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Where are the popular stops in London and Portsmouth?

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Wandsworth

C - Finchley Road

D - Marble Arch

E - Earl's Court

F - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

Stops in Portsmouth

A - Portsmouth (Rudmore Roundabout)

B - The Hard Interchange

C - International Port

D - Hilsea Bus Stop (Drayton Garage Services)

E - Portsmouth Bus Stop The Hard F

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Portsmouth

How do I get from London to Portsmouth without a car?
How long is the bus trip from London to Portsmouth?
How far is London from Portsmouth?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Portsmouth?
What is the cheapest way to go from London to Portsmouth?
How much does a bus ticket from London to Portsmouth cost?
Can you do a day trip from London to Portsmouth?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/01

$18

06/02

$18

Today

$16

06/04

$16

06/05

$14

06/06

$13

06/07

$7

06/08

$6

The cheapest trip from London to Portsmouth was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of $6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Portsmouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $32 for a bus ticket from London to Portsmouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-06-08.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from London to Portsmouth will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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What's the cheapest way to go from London to Portsmouth?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 11m	Avg Price$14	Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 3m	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures39
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time1h 40m	Avg Price$14	Daily Departures1

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Bus London to Portsmouth: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in London and Portsmouth?

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Portsmouth

How do I get from London to Portsmouth without a car?

How long is the bus trip from London to Portsmouth?

How far is London from Portsmouth?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Portsmouth?

What is the cheapest way to go from London to Portsmouth?

How much does a bus ticket from London to Portsmouth cost?

Can you do a day trip from London to Portsmouth?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Portsmouth?

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