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

today
$21
tomorrow
$20
Saturday
$27
Sunday
$31
Monday
$31
Tuesday
$31
Wednesday
$31

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 40m 11:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $21
National Express 11h 35m 11:20 PM Brighton Preston Circus 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $21
National Express 11h 32m 11:23 PM Brighton Preston Park 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $21
National Express 11h 28m 11:27 PM Brighton Patcham Place 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $21
National Express 11h 35m 11:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:50 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Guildford, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 41m
      0
      10:19 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      4:25 PM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 5h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      11:00 PM
      Portsmouth
      The Hard Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 1h 13m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 55m 10:45 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:40 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $20
National Express 11h 47m 10:53 PM Brighton Preston Park 10:40 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $20
National Express 11h 45m 10:55 PM Brighton Withdean Park 10:40 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $20
National Express 11h 43m 10:57 PM Brighton Patcham Place 10:40 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $20
National Express 12h 0m 10:45 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:45 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Guildford, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 53m
      0
      5:52 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      11:05 AM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      2:45 PM
      Portsmouth
      International Port
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 30m 11:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:45 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $27
National Express 12h 25m 11:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:40 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $27
National Express 12h 25m 11:20 PM Brighton Preston Circus 10:45 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $27
National Express 12h 20m 11:20 PM Brighton Preston Circus 10:40 AM Portsmouth The Hard Interchange  Economy $27
National Express 12h 22m 11:23 PM Brighton Preston Park 10:45 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Guildford, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 53m
      0
      5:52 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      11:05 AM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      2:45 PM
      Portsmouth
      International Port
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 2h 27m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 25m 5:40 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 12:05 PM Portsmouth International Port  Economy $31
National Express 6h 40m 8:05 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 2:45 PM Portsmouth International Port  Economy $31
National Express 6h 20m 5:45 AM Brighton Preston Circus 12:05 PM Portsmouth International Port  Economy $31
National Express 6h 33m 8:12 AM Brighton Preston Circus 2:45 PM Portsmouth International Port  Economy $31
National Express 6h 17m 5:48 AM Brighton Preston Park 12:05 PM Portsmouth International Port  Economy $31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Hove, you can save more than $-10? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      Brighton
      1 mi
      9:20 AM
      Hove
      King Alfred Leisure Centre
      1:55 PM
      Portsmouth
      The Hard Interchange
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Guildford, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 53m
      0
      5:52 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      11:05 AM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      2:45 PM
      Portsmouth
      International Port
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 2h 36m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 6:15 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 25m 9:35 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 2:00 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 5h 25m 11:05 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 4:30 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 35m 2:50 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 7:25 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 5h 35m 4:20 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 9:55 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Hove, you can save more than $-8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 40m
      Brighton
      1 mi
      9:15 AM
      Hove
      King Alfred Leisure Centre
      1:55 PM
      Portsmouth
      The Hard Interchange
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $39

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 6:15 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 50m 9:35 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 2:25 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 40m 1:55 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 6:35 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 5h 10m 4:20 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 9:30 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 53m 7:40 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 12:33 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $31

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 6:15 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 10:55 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 50m 9:35 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 2:25 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 40m 1:55 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 6:35 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 5h 10m 4:20 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 9:30 PM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
National Express 4h 53m 7:40 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 12:33 AM Portsmouth University  Economy $31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Portsmouth via Hove, you can save more than $-8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      Brighton
      1 mi
      6:00 AM
      Hove
      King Alfred Leisure Centre
      10:50 AM
      Portsmouth
      The Hard Interchange
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $39

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Brighton to Portsmouth is $20 on 10/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Brighton and Portsmouth

See here how frequent the connections between Brighton and Portsmouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 88 daily buses from Brighton to Portsmouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 75 daily coaches between Brighton and Portsmouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 189 buses from Brighton to Portsmouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Brighton and Portsmouth, with 35 offers.

Facts about the bus from Brighton to Portsmouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 81 times every day by bus from Brighton to Portsmouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brighton to Portsmouth starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 3h 51m
Earliest Bus 5:10 AM
Latest Bus 11:27 PM
Daily Bus Routes 81 Ø
Distance 41.3 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Brighton to Portsmouth

Every day, 81 buses from 1 bus companies leave Brighton for Portsmouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/18
Monday 10/19
Tuesday 10/20
Wednesday 10/21
Thursday 10/22
$21
Friday 10/23
$27
Saturday 10/24
$31
Sunday 10/25
$31
Monday 10/26
$33
Tuesday 10/27
$34
Wednesday 10/28
$33
Thursday 10/29
$34
Friday 10/30
$20
Saturday 10/31
$31
Sunday 11/01
$20
Monday 11/02
$20
Tuesday 11/03
$20
Wednesday 11/04
$20
Thursday 11/05
$20
Friday 11/06
$31
Saturday 11/07
$21
Sunday 11/08
$20
Monday 11/09
$31
Tuesday 11/10
$20
Wednesday 11/11
$21
Thursday 11/12
$31
Friday 11/13
Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Brighton to Portsmouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brighton to Portsmouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $20, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Brighton to Portsmouth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brighton to Portsmouth, with $20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $31.

How to save money travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Portsmouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Brighton and Portsmouth

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brighton to Portsmouth

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

FAQs about the Brighton to Portsmouth bus

How much does a Brighton Portsmouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 11h 55m to reach Portsmouth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $71. 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 Brighton to Portsmouth each day?

Every day, the Brighton to Portsmouth bus route is served by approximately 81 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Brighton to Portsmouth is offered by National Express and takes 3h 51m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brighton to Portsmouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Portsmouth from Brighton starts at 5:10 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 Brighton to Portsmouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Brighton for Portsmouth starts at 11:27 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 Brighton Portsmouth route?

When traveling by bus from Brighton 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 Brighton and Portsmouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Portsmouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Brighton to Portsmouth?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 81 daily trips between Brighton and Portsmouth. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brighton to Portsmouth?

Prices and availability for 81 trips between Brighton and Portsmouth change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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