London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Showing times and prices for 16 Dec

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 57 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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.

National Express
18:551h40
London Gatwick Airport
20:35Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£211One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:451h50
London Gatwick Airport
20:35Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£211One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:3011h20
London Gatwick Airport
09:50Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 76 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£16

Average Price

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

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30m

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National Express

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Southern

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coaches for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:45 London Gatwick Airport
1h50
20:35 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
national_express22:30 London Gatwick Airport
11h20
09:50 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:55, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 40m.

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
Distance
76 km
Average bus duration
4h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
19
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
1h 40m
First bus
04:55
Last bus
22:30
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

Bus providers: National Express from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
17 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.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coach time is 2 h 13 min   covering the 47 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) leaves at 05: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) leaves at 23: 45.
There are 25 coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).

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