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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for 01 Jun
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
76 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Fast coaches
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth you need to make at least one change.
NX201 · NX03018:253h30London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North21:55Portsmouth, University£371One-way1 change- NX230 · NX03016:053h20London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North19:25Portsmouth, University£371One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:352h58London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North0:33Portsmouth, University£371One-way1 change
- NX201 · NX03018:253h25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North21:50Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£381One-way1 change
- NX201 · NX03018:103h40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South21:50Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£381One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:352h55London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£381One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:352h58London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North0:33Portsmouth, University£371One-way1 change
- NX201 · NX03023:053h10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£451One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03023:053h10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£451One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:203h10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£381One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£35 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth coaches for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX210 · NX030 | Delayed 10:50 7:15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 10:40 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX030 | Delayed 22:50 10:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h45 | 13:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX030 | Delayed 22:50 10:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h50 | 14:00 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX030 | On time 12:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 16:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX030 | 13:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h20 | 16:30 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX030 | On time 13:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h15 | 16:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX030 | On time 15:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 18:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX030 | On time 15:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h20 | 18:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX030 | 15:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h25 | 18:55 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX030 | 18:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h30 | 21:55 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX030 | On time 18:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h25 | 21:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX030 | On time 21:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h10 | 0:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX030 | 21:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 2h58 | 0:33 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX030 | On time 21:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 2h55 | 0:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX030 | On time 22:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 2:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX030 | On time 23:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h10 | 2:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX030 | 23:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h13 | 2:18 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX030 | 23:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h13 | 2:18 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX030 | On time 23:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h10 | 2:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| Monday 1 June | |||||
| NX210 · NX030 | 7:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h45 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX030 | 7:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h35 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX030 | 7:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h40 | 10:55 Portsmouth, University | 1 change | |
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 2h 16m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 16m |
First bus 4:25 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Bus providers: National Express from London Gatwick Airport to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£18
National Express frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth is 2h 16m to travel the 76 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 4:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 23:05.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Portsmouth from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth including taking a train, coach and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth
London
Portsmouth
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
The HardWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
Portsmouth, University
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Wharf RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, International Port
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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