🚌 Bus from Southsea to Portchester
2 direct routes · about 72 min · first bus 04:27, last bus 15:22 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport | ~72 min | 148 | 04:27 | 15:22 | South Parade Pier (Stop E) |
| X3 | First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport | ~38 min | 27 | 08:30 | 23:19 | South Parade Pier (Stop E) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southsea 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 Southsea to Portchester?
2 routes run directly from Southsea to Portchester: the 3 (First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport), the X3 (First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport).
How long does the bus take from Southsea to Portchester?
Around 72 minutes on the 3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Southsea to Portchester?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 3) leaves around 04:27 and the last around 15:22. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southsea to Portchester?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.