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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 4 m
Buses on 18 Sept
23
Distance
76 km
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) you need to make at least one change.
NX230 · NX03021:352h58London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North0:33Portsmouth, University£351One-way1 change- NX230 · NX03023:053h13London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:18Portsmouth, University£371One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03016:053h20London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North19:25Portsmouth, University£371One-way1 change
- NX201 · NX03023:053h13London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:18Portsmouth, University£391One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03013:353h20London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North16:55Portsmouth, University£401One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:352h55London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£401One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:352h58London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North0:33Portsmouth, University£351One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03021:253h05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0:30Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£401One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX03023:053h10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£421One-way1 change
- NX201 · NX03023:053h10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:15Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange£451One-way1 change
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 ferry, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, while a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £29 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS):
A train is £20 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average £37.
Other travel options to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-20.74. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 1h 32m 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.
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.
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, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 London Gatwick Airport | 6h45 | 12:25 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:10 London Gatwick Airport | 3h15 | 14:25 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:35 London Gatwick Airport | 2h58 | 23:33 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:20 London Gatwick Airport | 3h10 | 0:30 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 18 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:05 |
Last bus 21:50 |
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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
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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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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