Bus and Coach from Cambridge to Portsmouth: Compare all prices

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

from £48

tomorrow

from £55

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

from £71

Thursday

Friday

from £49

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

5h 45m

0

08:00

Cambridge
Parkside

13:45

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£48
National Express

7h 0m

0

09:20

Cambridge
Parkside

16:20

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£48
National Express

4h 50m

0

13:55

Cambridge
Parkside

18:45

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£48
National Express

5h 0m

0

16:15

Cambridge
Parkside

21:15

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£48
National Express

5h 44m

0

18:15

Cambridge
Parkside

23:59

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£48
Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London, you can save more than £35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Omio
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  05:30
  
  Cambridge
  North Station
  
  07:30
  
  London
  Tottenham Hale Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £8
- National Express
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  08:30
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  11:05
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save £35

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

5h 0m

0

06:05

Cambridge
Parkside

11:05

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£55
National Express

5h 45m

0

08:00

Cambridge
Parkside

13:45

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£55
National Express

7h 0m

0

09:20

Cambridge
Parkside

16:20

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£55
National Express

4h 50m

0

13:55

Cambridge
Parkside

18:45

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£55
National Express

5h 0m

0

16:15

Cambridge
Parkside

21:15

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£55
Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London, you can save more than £42? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Omio
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  05:30
  
  Cambridge
  North Station
  
  07:30
  
  London
  Tottenham Hale Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £8
- National Express
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  08:30
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  11:05
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save £42

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

6h 35m

0

18:25

Cambridge
Parkside

01:00

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£71
National Express

5h 35m

0

09:25

Cambridge
Parkside

15:00

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£98
National Express

6h 20m

0

12:40

Cambridge
Parkside

19:00

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£98
National Express

6h 5m

0

16:55

Cambridge
Parkside

23:00

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£98
Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London, you can save more than £58? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Omio
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  05:30
  
  Cambridge
  North Station
  
  07:30
  
  London
  Tottenham Hale Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £8
- National Express
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  08:30
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  11:05
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £58

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

5h 45m

0

08:00

Cambridge
Parkside

13:45

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£49
National Express

5h 0m

0

16:15

Cambridge
Parkside

21:15

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£50
National Express

5h 44m

0

18:15

Cambridge
Parkside

23:59

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£50
National Express

5h 0m

0

06:05

Cambridge
Parkside

11:05

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

£55
Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London, you can save more than £36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Omio
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  05:30
  
  Cambridge
  North Station
  
  07:30
  
  London
  Tottenham Hale Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £8
- National Express
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  08:30
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  11:05
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £36

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.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Cambridge to Portsmouth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Cambridge and Portsmouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 9 coaches from Cambridge to Portsmouth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Portsmouth, with 4 offers.

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 £48!

Cheapest Bus	£48
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Coach	06:05
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 21/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/12

Tuesday 17/12

Wednesday 18/12

Thursday 19/12

Friday 20/12

Saturday 21/12

£48

Sunday 22/12

£55

Monday 23/12

Tuesday 24/12

Wednesday 25/12

£72

Thursday 26/12

Friday 27/12

£49

Saturday 28/12

£55

Sunday 29/12

Monday 30/12

Tuesday 31/12

Wednesday 01/01

Thursday 02/01

£55

Friday 03/01

Saturday 04/01

Sunday 05/01

Monday 06/01

Tuesday 07/01

Wednesday 08/01

Thursday 09/01

Friday 10/01

Saturday 11/01

Sunday 12/01

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 £48, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cambridge to Portsmouth. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £71.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Portsmouth, with £48. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £48.

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.

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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

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

Cheapest Price	£48
Fastest Coach	4h 50m
Earliest Coach	06:05
Last Coach	18:15
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	19/12/2024

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.

Babraham Crossroads

Cambridge Rd

Drummer Street

Drummer St

Fair Street

Maids Causeway

Gazeley Road Bus Station

Jesus College

Victoria Ave

Madingley P+R

Madingley Road

Parkside

Parkside 36

Trumpington

High Street

Trumpington Park and Ride

Hauxton Road

City Shops South

City Shops South (Stop D) Bus Station

Copnor Road Bus Station

Fratton Station

Gunwharf

Gunwharf Road Gunwharf Terminal

Harbour Train Station

International Port

George Byng Way

Portsmouth & Southsea Station

Queen's Road Coach Station

Queen's Road Queen's Road

Rudmore Roundabout

Mile End Rd

Southsea Hoverport

St. Colmans Church

The Hard Interchange

The Hard 6

University

Cambridge Rd

Widley

London Rd

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 £48 and takes 5h 45m. 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 £48 to £98. 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 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. 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 06:05. 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 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

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

More bus routes to Cambridge and to Portsmouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cambridge and to Portsmouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!