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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Portsmouth is to fly and train which takes 3h 44m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at St Georges Square via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Manchester to Portsmouth?

The distance between Manchester and Portsmouth is 259 miles. The road distance is 230.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Portsmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Portsmouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 1m and costs £95 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Portsmouth?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Manchester to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Portsmouth bus from?

Manchester to Portsmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Portsmouth train from?

Manchester to Portsmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Manchester to Portsmouth is to train via London which takes 4h 1m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Manchester to Portsmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Portsmouth train arrive?

Manchester to Portsmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Portsmouth is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Manchester to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Portsmouth?

Book your Manchester to Portsmouth train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Portsmouth?

Book your Manchester to Portsmouth bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 2969+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

Manchester to Portsmouth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromManchester to Portsmouth

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Portsmouth by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 1m
£95–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Georges Squarebus 030
8h 30m
£36–73
Drive 228.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Portsmouthcar 228.8 mi
4h 17m
£57–82
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Eastleigh to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
3h 44m
£83–208
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 21m
£131–189
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
6h 46m
£118–218
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Georges Squarebus
5h 10m
£72–282

Manchester to Portsmouth by train and subway

323Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Portsmouth.

Launch map view

Distance: 257.9 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Portsmouth & Southsea via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to St Georges Square via London Victoria in around 8h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.