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Journey Information

There are 30 intercity coaches per day from Boston to Portsmouth. Traveling by coach from Boston to Portsmouth usually takes around one hour and 24 minutes, but the fastest C&J coach can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.

Distance51 mi (83 km)
Shortest duration1h 5m
Cheapest price£12.36
Trips per day30
Most frequent serviceC&J
Coach lines2

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for coaches from Boston to Portsmouth

(Based on 10 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Samantha

9 April 2022- Visiting friends

C&J

Pros: convenience of travel. Cons: More times for buses. Tips: Spacious and usually not crowded.

Pros: convenience of travel. Cons: More times for buses. Tips: Spacious and usually not crowded.

5.0

Jennifer

12 March 2022- Visiting friends

C&J

That it was really smooth, it was not a hassle! I would go through you guys again 100% to go anywhere, it is cost effective and such a great deal!

That it was really smooth, it was not a hassle! I would go through you guys again 100% to go anywhere, it is cost effective and such a great deal!

5.0

Jaime

3 January 2022- Solo travel

C&J

Me encantó, excelente servicio. muchas gracias

Me encantó, excelente servicio. muchas gracias

5.0

Caden

9 October 2021- Solo travel

C&J

Pros: Nice bus with comfortable seats and good leg room. The driver was good. Cons: -. Tips: -.

Pros: Nice bus with comfortable seats and good leg room. The driver was good. Cons: -. Tips: -.

5.0

Diego

24 July 2021- Solo travel

C&J

Pros: Excellent everything! I felt comfortable, on time, clean, and at a bargain. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Great company to travel with for a bargain price.

Pros: Excellent everything! I felt comfortable, on time, clean, and at a bargain. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Great company to travel with for a bargain price.

How much is a coach ticket from Boston to Portsmouth?

Typically £17.48 is the average price you should expect to pay for a coach ticket to Portsmouth. At this price a coach trip is a cheap way to travel from Boston to Portsmouth. It’s easy to find a coach ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

£25£16£8JunJul

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a coach from Boston to Portsmouth is expected to range from £18 to £19. If you are looking to travel to Portsmouth within the next week, you can find coach tickets starting from £18. The cheapest coach tickets in the next month are £18 and can be found on 27 June 2022.

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from Boston to Portsmouth by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £16 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

£21£16£12£8£43020100

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Boston to Portsmouth?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Boston to Portsmouth that you can search and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, C&J usually offers more choice, with 29 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
C&J291h 25m£18.44
Greyhound11h 20m£19.58
  • C&J

    C&J

    C&J is a family-run bus carrier that provides first-class travel across the Northeast, with stops in New York, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. With free WiF, extra legroom, and clean restrooms, C&J earned the 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for Best Quality Vehicles in 2022. In addition, their green-certified fleet of coaches is among the most efficient in the region and emits the least amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) per traveler compared to any other kind of transportation vehicle.

  • Greyhound

    Greyhound

    Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Boston to Portsmouth every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Portsmouth usually start from £16.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel by coach from Boston to Portsmouth during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Our coach partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, coach carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

In addition, federal law requires all coach passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the coach.

Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

How long is the coach ride from Boston to Portsmouth?

The coach takes an average of one hour and 24 minutes to cover the 51 miles from Boston to Portsmouth. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by coach?

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Portsmouth. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

When do the earliest and latest coaches leave Boston?

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Boston to Portsmouth, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

How many coach schedules are there most days?

There are 30 scheduled coaches that travel from Boston to Portsmouth every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Boston to Portsmouth without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston, MA to Portsmouth, NH; ticket prices start at £21.03.

City Information

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Portsmouth

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Portsmouth, NH - PTS-1

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Portsmouth, NH - PTS-2

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Once a bustling seaport and now a popular summer holiday destination, Portsmouth, New Hampshire is well worth visiting. Just an hour and a half north of Boston, Portsmouth offers an exciting mix of unique history and contemporary experience.

Discover Portsmouth's history at the Strawbery Banke Museum and enjoy 10 acres worth of outdoor exhibits, consisting of tours of historic houses and buildings on their original foundations. Costumed actors will regale you with stories about each location.

For those interested in naval history, Portsmouth offers tours of the USS Albacore, a retired U.S. Navy submarine, as well as a gift shop for all your souvenir needs. Portsmouth is also home to hundreds of restaurants and cafes where you can taste local delicacies or world cuisine to refuel after a day of exploring.

Portsmouth is easily accessible by air, rail, road, and coach. Portsmouth International Airport offers several direct flights from various airports, while Boston's Logan Airport is only an hour south of the town. Amtrak's Downeaster travels to Portsmouth, with a gorgeous route during leaf-peeping season. C&J Bus Lines provide regular stops from Logan Airport and other cities.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Boston?

Main departure station: Boston Logan Airport

Boston has two coach stations with service to Portsmouth.

All coach stations in Boston:

  • Boston Logan Airport

  • South Station Bus Terminal

Where does the coach arrive in Portsmouth?

Main arrival station: Portsmouth Transp Ctr - 185 Grafton Rd

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Portsmouth.

Coach stations in Portsmouth:

  • Portsmouth Transp Ctr - 185 Grafton Rd

  • Bus Stop - 54 Hanover St

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