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

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

Showing times and prices for 16 Nov

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

4 h 45 m

Average duration

6 h 31 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 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
17:154h45
London Stansted Airport
22:00Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:5011h00
London Stansted Airport
09:50Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:255h05
London Stansted Airport
23:30Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£261One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:155h15
London Stansted Airport
19:30Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£281One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £23.

Distance: 154 km

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Train

£29

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 29m

Average total duration

3h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 57m

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30m

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Live departures

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

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

Last updated at 05:39
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:20 London Stansted Airport
5h05
16:25 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect
national_express18:25 London Stansted Airport
5h05
23:30 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

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

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 05:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 4h 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £17
Distance
154 km
Average bus duration
3h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
24
Fastest bus
4h 45m
First bus
05:40
Last bus
22:50
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £17

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£23
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 Stansted Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coach time is 4 h 55 min   covering the 95 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) leaves at 07: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) leaves at 23: 40.
There are 29 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) from London Stansted Airport (STN) including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).

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

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