🚌 Bus from Southampton City Centre to Portsmouth
4 direct routes · about 90 min · first bus 08:30, last bus 19:45 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 | First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport | ~90 min | 20 | 08:30 | 19:45 | Central Station (Stop SF) |
| X4 | First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport | ~91 min | 18 | 07:55 | 16:28 | Central Station (Stop SF) |
| N16 | National Express | ~65 min | 1 | 01:50 | 01:50 | Coach Station (NE-bound) |
| VC1 | National Express | ~50 min | 1 | 09:40 | 09:40 | Coach Station (NE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southampton City Centre on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Southampton City Centre to Portsmouth?
4 routes run directly from Southampton City Centre to Portsmouth: the X5 (First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport), the X4 (First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport), the N16 (National Express), the VC1 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Southampton City Centre to Portsmouth?
Around 90 minutes on the X5, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Southampton City Centre to Portsmouth?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X5) leaves around 08:30 and the last around 19:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southampton City Centre to Portsmouth?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.