Bus Cambridge to Portsmouth: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth

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

today

tomorrow

from $53

Wednesday

Thursday

from $44

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

from $53

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

5h 0m

0

5:45 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

10:45 AM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$53
National Express

4h 55m

0

9:20 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

2:15 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$53
National Express

6h 5m

0

12:15 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

6:20 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$53
National Express

5h 44m

0

6:15 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

11:59 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$53
National Express

5h 30m

0

4:00 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

9:30 PM

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 $38? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  8:45 AM
  
  Cambridge
  Trumpington Park and Ride
  
  10:35 AM
  
  London
  Finchley Road Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
- National Express
  
  2h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:00 AM
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  1:45 PM
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save $38

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

5h 0m

0

5:45 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

10:45 AM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$44
National Express

4h 55m

0

9:20 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

2:15 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$44
National Express

5h 44m

0

6:15 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

11:59 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$44
National Express

6h 5m

0

12:15 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

6:20 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$46
National Express

5h 30m

0

4:00 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

9:30 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$50
Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth via London, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  8:45 AM
  
  Cambridge
  Trumpington Park and Ride
  
  10:35 AM
  
  London
  Finchley Road Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
- National Express
  
  2h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:00 AM
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  1:45 PM
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save $29

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

5h 44m

0

6:15 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

11:59 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$53
National Express

5h 45m

0

8:00 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

1:45 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$54
National Express

7h 0m

0

9:20 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

4:20 PM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$54
National Express

5h 0m

0

6:05 AM

Cambridge
Parkside

11:05 AM

Portsmouth
The Hard Interchange

0

Economy

$55
National Express

5h 0m

0

4:15 PM

Cambridge
Parkside

9:15 PM

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 $38? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  8:45 AM
  
  Cambridge
  Trumpington Park and Ride
  
  10:35 AM
  
  London
  Finchley Road Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
- National Express
  
  2h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:00 AM
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  1:45 PM
  
  Portsmouth
  The Hard Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $38

Frequency of bus connections between Cambridge and Portsmouth

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Cambridge to Portsmouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Cambridge and Portsmouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Cambridge to Portsmouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Portsmouth, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cambridge to Portsmouth starting from $44!

Cheapest Bus	$44
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Bus	5:45 AM
Latest Bus	6:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	109.0 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cambridge to Portsmouth

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cambridge for Portsmouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/13/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/12

Monday 01/13

Tuesday 01/14

$53

Wednesday 01/15

Thursday 01/16

$44

Friday 01/17

Saturday 01/18

Sunday 01/19

$53

Monday 01/20

Tuesday 01/21

Wednesday 01/22

Thursday 01/23

Friday 01/24

Saturday 01/25

Sunday 01/26

Monday 01/27

Tuesday 01/28

Wednesday 01/29

Thursday 01/30

Friday 01/31

Saturday 02/01

Sunday 02/02

Monday 02/03

Tuesday 02/04

Wednesday 02/05

Thursday 02/06

Friday 02/07

Saturday 02/08

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 $44, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $53.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Portsmouth, with $44. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $46.

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 a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

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 bus 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 buses from Cambridge to Portsmouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and Portsmouth

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

Babraham Crossroads

Cambridge Rd

Central Station

Station Rd 22

Drummer Street

Drummer St

Fair Street

Maids Causeway

Gazeley Road Bus Station

Jesus College

Victoria Ave

Madingley P+R

Madingley Road

North Station

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

Gunwharf

Gunwharf Road Gunwharf Terminal

International Port

George Byng Way

Queen's Road Bus 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

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 Cambridge to Portsmouth? Compare all modes of transports from Cambridge to Portsmouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth

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

FAQs about the Cambridge to Portsmouth bus

How much does a Cambridge Portsmouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $44 and takes 5h 0m to reach Portsmouth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $44 and $59. 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 Cambridge to Portsmouth each day?

Every day, the Cambridge to Portsmouth bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth is offered by National Express and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $59. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Portsmouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Portsmouth from Cambridge starts at 5:45 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 Cambridge to Portsmouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Cambridge for Portsmouth starts at 6:15 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 Cambridge Portsmouth route?

When traveling by bus from Cambridge 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 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 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 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 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 will find all the details about your bus route!