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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 45 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to Portsmouth will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave London Luton 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 130 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 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
21:304h45
London Luton Airport
02:15Portsmouth
£311One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:455h00
London Luton Airport
20:45Portsmouth
£341One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:304h30
London Luton Airport
23:00Portsmouth
£351One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and ferry for London Luton Airport to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 130 km

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Train
Ferry

£30

Average Price

£34

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£20

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Cheapest

4h 21m

Average total duration

3h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 15m

Average total duration

2h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

45m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

London Luton Airport to Portsmouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Portsmouth coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:30 London Luton Airport
4h45
02:15 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
Monday 2 March
national_express15:45 London Luton Airport
5h00
20:45 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
national_express18:30 London Luton Airport
4h30
23:00 Portsmouth0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Luton Airport to Portsmouth coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth.

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth

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Buses from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 130 km distance in 4h 30m.

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
130 km
Average bus duration
3h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
22
Fastest bus
4h 30m
First bus
07:30
Last bus
21:30
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 Luton Airport to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £18. 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
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
£18
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 Luton Airport to Portsmouth coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport to Portsmouth is £30; 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 Luton Airport to Portsmouth is 4h 30m to travel the 130 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 Luton Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 7:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 21:30.
There are 22 coaches a day from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Luton 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 Luton Airport and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Portsmouth from London Luton Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Luton Airport and Portsmouth including taking a coach, train and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to Portsmouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to Portsmouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Luton Airport and Portsmouth

London
Portsmouth
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
The Hard
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at The Hard (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Wharf Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the terminal (in the station)
  • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, International Port
  • Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour

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