London Luton Airport to Portsmouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

4 h 45 m

Average duration

4 h 45 m

Buses per day

2

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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Portsmouth every day 2 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 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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
20:304h45
London Luton Airport
01:15Portsmouth
£221One-way
0 changes
National Express
06:304h45
London Luton Airport
11:15Portsmouth
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train 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 coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 130 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

4h 24m

Average total duration

3h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

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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, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX230 · NX030
On time
15:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h55
19:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX030
On time
15:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h00
19:25 Portsmouth, University
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX030
On time
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h35
21:55 Portsmouth, University
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX030
On time
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h30
21:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
1 change
Tuesday 2 December
national_express06:30 London Luton Airport
4h45
11:15 Portsmouth0 changesdirect

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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 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 20:30. 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 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
22
Fastest bus
4h 30m
First bus
06:30
Last bus
20:30
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 £17. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
23 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 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 (LTN) to Portsmouth can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth is £31; 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 (LTN) to Portsmouth is 4 h 30 min   to travel the 80 mile long route, with around there are 30 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth leaves at 06: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth leaves at 21: 30.
There are 30 coaches a day from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Portsmouth to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Portsmouth from London Luton Airport (LTN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Portsmouth including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Portsmouth.

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

    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
    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
    Portsmouth, University
    information
    Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
    information

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