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What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Portsmouth?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Flights, Buses and Carpool for the journey to Portsmouth from Manchester. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
4h 48m
£63
£159
5
Flight
3h 5m
£48
£156
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What is the cheapest way to reach Portsmouth from Manchester?

You can get to Portsmouth with just £48 by taking a Flight from R Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £59
tomorrow
from £63
Sunday
from £73
Monday
from £57
Tuesday
from £49
Wednesday
from £48
Thursday
from £71

    Cheapest Flights today

  • Ryanair
    8h 0m
    0
    05:45
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £59
  • R Airlines
    5h 15m
    0
    07:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 15m
    0
    06:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £82
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £107
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 50m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:45
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £107
  • CrossCountry
    5h 37m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:48
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £127

    Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 43m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    11:38
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £63
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 54m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:59
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £90
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 4m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:59
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £107
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 30m
    0
    17:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £96
  • Aer Lingus
    18h 50m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £169
  • Aurigny Air Services
    9h 15m
    0
    09:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £197

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Jet2.com
    8h 10m
    0
    06:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £73
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £100
  • Aer Lingus
    18h 50m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £224

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    8h 10m
    0
    05:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:00
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £57
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 40m
    0
    06:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:00
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £75
  • R Airlines
    3h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £129
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 48m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:43
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £154
  • CrossCountry
    5h 26m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:37
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £180
  • CrossCountry
    5h 37m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:48
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £180

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    21h 35m
    0
    18:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • Aurigny Air Services
    4h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £171
  • Aer Lingus
    18h 50m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £203
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 37m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:48
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £179
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £249
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 48m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:43
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £249

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • R Airlines
    9h 10m
    0
    06:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £48
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £51
  • Aer Lingus
    18h 50m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £194

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 25m
    0
    07:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £71
  • Ryanair
    5h 15m
    0
    14:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £100
  • Aer Lingus
    5h 45m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £128
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £82
  • CrossCountry
    5h 37m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:48
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £125
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 48m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:43
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £164

What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Portsmouth?

You can get to Portsmouth from Manchester in just 3h 5m with a Flight from R Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 50m
tomorrow
from 4h 54m
Sunday
from 6h 30m
Monday
from 3h 5m
Tuesday
from 4h 5m
Wednesday
from 4h 5m
Thursday
from 4h 48m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 50m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:45
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £107
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £107
  • CrossCountry
    5h 27m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:38
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £179
  • Fastest Flights today

  • R Airlines
    5h 15m
    0
    07:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 15m
    0
    06:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £82
  • Ryanair
    8h 0m
    0
    05:45
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £59

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 54m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:59
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £90
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 4m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:59
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £107
  • CrossCountry
    5h 22m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:33
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £108
  • Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 40m
    0
    10:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £201
  • Aurigny Air Services
    9h 15m
    0
    09:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £197
  • KLM Cityhopper
    12h 20m
    0
    20:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:50
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £319

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 30m
    0
    08:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:10
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £229
  • Jet2.com
    8h 10m
    0
    06:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £73
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £100

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • R Airlines
    3h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £129
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 40m
    0
    06:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:00
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £75
  • Ryanair
    8h 10m
    0
    05:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:00
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £57
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 48m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:43
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £154
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £236
  • CrossCountry
    5h 26m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:37
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £180

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Aurigny Air Services
    4h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £171
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    15h 10m
    0
    17:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:25
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £323
  • Aer Lingus
    18h 50m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    08:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £203
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 48m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:43
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £249
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £249
  • CrossCountry
    5h 26m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:37
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £249

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Aurigny Air Services
    4h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £278
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £51
  • R Airlines
    9h 10m
    0
    06:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £48

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 48m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:43
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £164
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:03
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £82
  • CrossCountry
    5h 26m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:37
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £246
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    5h 15m
    0
    14:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £100
  • Aer Lingus
    5h 45m
    0
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £128
  • Aurigny Air Services
    10h 0m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:05
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £194
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Manchester to Portsmouth

What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Portsmouth?

In Manchester, you will usually depart from Piccadilly Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Portsmouth you will be arriving at Gunwharf, City Shops South (Stop D) Bus Station or Southsea Hoverport, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Portsmouth from Manchester? With 8 connections between 2 Train, Flight, Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Portsmouth, you can pay as low as £48 with a Flight from R Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from R Airlines: you will get to Portsmouth in just 3h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Portsmouth are Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Portsmouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Hilsea, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Southampton Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Portsmouth?

The most popular companies between Manchester and Portsmouth, are Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Aer Lingus, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 6 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Portsmouth

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Portsmouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Portsmouth

How can I reach Portsmouth from Manchester?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Train, Flight, Bus and Car, with which you can get to Portsmouth from Manchester.

How far is Portsmouth from Manchester?

The distance between Manchester and Portsmouth is 306.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Portsmouth?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 52 kgs, and a flight 75 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Portsmouth?

You can get to Portsmouth with just £48 by taking a Flight from R Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Portsmouth?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Portsmouth in just 3h 5m with a Flight from R Airlines.

More routes to Manchester and to Portsmouth

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Portsmouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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