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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£28

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£33

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

4 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

5 h 5 m

Buses on 18 Sept

5

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport, including 5 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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
    15:255h10
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    20:35London Stansted Airport
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    2:205h10
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    7:30London Stansted Airport
    £301One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    12:355h20
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    17:55London Stansted Airport
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    17:454h40
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    22:25London Stansted Airport
    £331One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    14:255h04
    Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
    19:29London Stansted Airport
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 154 km

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Most popular
Train

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£30

Average Price

4h 47m

Average total duration

4h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

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30m

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National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport:

A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £30.

The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport is by train with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.

Live departures

Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX030 · NX7285:35 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
5h00
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA87:50 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
5h20
13:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NX7279:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
5h10
14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA811:05 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
5h25
16:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA812:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
6h05
19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA814:55 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
5h10
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NX72716:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
4h30
20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA818:45 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
4h40
23:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NX72720:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
4h40
0:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
Friday 18 September
National Express2:20 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
5h10
7:30 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £21 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 4h 40m.

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 £21
Distance
154 km
Average bus duration
4h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
11
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
2:20
Last bus
17:45
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £21

Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £21. 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 National Express Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£24
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.
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FAQs: Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport is £27; 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport is 4h 40m to travel the 154 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 2:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 17:45.
There are 11 coaches a day from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport:
  • 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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