The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Portsmouth 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 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. 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 ferry costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £67 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX030 | Delayed 07:05 00:50London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h25 | 05:25 05:25Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX202 · NX030 | 07:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h00 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX030 | 09:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 09:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h35 | 10:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 · NX206 | On time 09:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h25 | 13:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX206 | Delayed 11:45 09:45London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 13:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX030 | On time 11:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h10 | 14:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX030 | 12:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 14:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 12:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h35 | 14:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX230 · NX030 | 13:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h20 | 18:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX032 · NX206 | 14:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h25 | 19:35 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 2 changes | |
NX030 | 16:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h10 | 18:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 16:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h55 | 18:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX202 · NX030 | 17:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h35 | 21:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX030 | 19:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h45 | 21:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 19:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h30 | 21:25 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX202 · NX030 | 20:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h50 | 00:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX030 | 22:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h45 | 00:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 | On time 23:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h30 | 00:30 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 · NX206 | On time 23:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h05 | 02:40 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX030 | On time 23:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 02:15 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 07:50 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Heathrow Airport to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Portsmouth
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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