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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to PortsmouthAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portsmouth. The journey takes about 7 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cardiff to Portsmouth: Trip Overview
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Based on 29446 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $14
National Express Cardiff Portsmouth recent customer reviews
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Cardiff to Portsmouth Bus
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The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Portsmouth was searched and found on Aug 8, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Portsmouth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $69 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Portsmouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-08-08.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cardiff and Portsmouth!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cardiff to Portsmouth, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cardiff to Portsmouth will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cardiff to Portsmouth while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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