Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
1 h 48 m
Buses on 03 Sept
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 2 buses from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 87 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS):
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:45 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h48 | 23:33 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:45 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h48 | 0:33 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 21:45, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 48m |
First bus 21:45 |
Last bus 21:45 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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