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Bus Bristol to Portsmouth: Trip Overview

Bus Bristol to Portsmouth: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$35
Average bus trip duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses29
Earliest bus departure3:05 AM
Distance80 miles (128 km)
Latest bus departure8:30 PM

Bristol to Portsmouth Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Bristol to Portsmouth. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Bristol to Portsmouth from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Bristol to Portsmouth, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures29
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:05AM - 8:30PM
Minimum Price$10
Average Ticket Price$35
Minimum Trip Duration5h23m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h5m
Distance80 miles (128 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNational Express
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bristol - Portsmouth

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.

The travel time from Bristol to Portsmouth is about 6h 5m, although the fastest bus will take 5h 23m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 80 miles (129 km) that separate the two cities.

About 80 miles (129 km) separate Bristol and Portsmouth.

You can choose from 29 travel times and travel with National Express. The number of buses from Bristol to Portsmouth can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Bristol to Portsmouth as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 3:05 AM and ending at 8:30 PM.

If you're headed to Portsmouth from Bristol, chances are that your bus will leave from Bond St and arrive at The Hard Interchange. 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.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Bristol to Portsmouth by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $12, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth is $35. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $12 to $78, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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

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The cheapest trip from Bristol to Portsmouth was searched and found on Apr 27, 2024 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $43 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Portsmouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2024-04-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bristol and Portsmouth!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bristol to Portsmouth, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bristol to Portsmouth that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bristol to Portsmouth, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time6h 5mAvg Price$35Daily Departures29
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2h 25mAvg Price$60Daily Departures10

The best way to travel between Bristol and Portsmouth is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $35 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $12. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portsmouth, choose the bus, as it will take you from Bristol to Portsmouth in about 2h 25m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Bristol by bus?

Bus from Portsmouth to Bristol

You can also go to Portsmouth by train

Train from Bristol to Portsmouth

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