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

today

$12

tomorrow

$12

Saturday

$21

Sunday

$12

Monday

$13

Tuesday

$13

Wednesday

$13

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 0m	5:20 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:20 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:20:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
National Express	6h 48m	5:45 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:33 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:45:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
National Express	6h 38m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:18 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 7:40:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
National Express	6h 55m	5:20 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:15 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:20:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 45m	5:45 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:30 AM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:45:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 38m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:18 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:40:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
National Express	6h 35m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:15 AM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:40:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 30m	5:50 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:20 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:50:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	6h 25m	5:50 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:15 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:50:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	7h 55m	9:00 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:55 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:00:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 30m	9:00 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:30 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	7h 25m	9:00 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:25 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
National Express	6h 45m	8:15 AM	Birmingham	Bearwood	3:00 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bearwood, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:15:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
National Express	6h 40m	8:15 AM	Birmingham	Bearwood	2:55 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bearwood, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:15:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
National Express	6h 15m	8:45 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	3:00 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:45:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 38m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:18 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:40:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
National Express	6h 35m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:15 AM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:40:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 55m	7:05 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:00 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:05:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 18m	6:15 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:33 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 6:15:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 12:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m
National Express	6h 50m	7:05 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	1:55 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:05:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 35m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:15 AM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 7:40:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 38m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:18 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 7:40:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
National Express	6h 25m	5:50 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:15 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 5:50:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	7h 20m	6:35 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	1:55 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 6:35:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
National Express	6h 35m	3:15 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	9:50 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:15:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 40m	6:45 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:25 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 6:45:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	6h 48m	5:45 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:33 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:45:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
National Express	6h 38m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:18 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 7:40:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
National Express	7h 35m	6:45 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:20 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 6:45:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	6h 45m	5:45 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:30 AM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:45:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 0m	5:20 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:20 PM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:20:00 AM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
National Express	6h 48m	5:45 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:33 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:45:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
National Express	6h 38m	7:40 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:18 AM	Portsmouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 7:40:00 PM to University, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
National Express	6h 55m	5:20 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:15 PM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:20:00 AM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 45m	5:45 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	12:30 AM	Portsmouth	The Hard Interchange	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:45:00 PM to The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth is $12 on 12/7/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Portsmouth

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Portsmouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 32 daily buses from Birmingham to Portsmouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 26 daily coaches between Birmingham and Portsmouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 93 buses from Birmingham to Portsmouth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Portsmouth, with 22 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 28 times every day by bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Portsmouth starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus	$12
Fastest Bus	5h 35m
Earliest Bus	3:25 AM
Latest Bus	7:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	28 Ø
Distance	120.5 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Portsmouth

Every day, 28 buses from 1 bus companies leave Birmingham for Portsmouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

$32

Friday 12/05

$28

Saturday 12/06

$21

Sunday 12/07

$12

Monday 12/08

$32

Tuesday 12/09

$13

Wednesday 12/10

$34

Thursday 12/11

$28

Friday 12/12

$34

Saturday 12/13

$43

Sunday 12/14

$30

Monday 12/15

$43

Tuesday 12/16

$30

Wednesday 12/17

$34

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$43

Saturday 12/20

$43

Sunday 12/21

$38

Monday 12/22

$47

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$47

Thursday 12/25

$120

Friday 12/26

$68

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Portsmouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Portsmouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $12, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Portsmouth, with $12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Portsmouth

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 Birmingham 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 bus from Birmingham 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 buses from Birmingham to Portsmouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Portsmouth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham and Portsmouth.

Coach Station

Mill Lane

Brunel Street

Brunel St

Great Charles St Queensway

Great Charles Street Queensway 142

Moor Street

Birmingham Moor Street

Dudley Street

Dudley Street 89

The Hard Interchange

The Hard 6

University

Cambridge Rd

International Port

George Byng Way

Southsea Hoverport

City Shops South (Stop D) Bus Station

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Portsmouth? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Portsmouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth

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

FAQs about the Birmingham to Portsmouth bus

How much does a Birmingham Portsmouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 7h 0m to reach Portsmouth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $54. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Portsmouth.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham to Portsmouth each day?

Every day, the Birmingham to Portsmouth bus route is served by approximately 28 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham to Portsmouth take?

The fastest bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth is offered by National Express and takes 5h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Portsmouth from Birmingham starts at 3:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham for Portsmouth starts at 7:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Portsmouth route?

When traveling by bus from Birmingham to Portsmouth, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Portsmouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Portsmouth bus route?

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 Birmingham Portsmouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham 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 traveling 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 Birmingham to Portsmouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Birmingham and to Portsmouth

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