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

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

Showing times and prices for 16 Nov

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

5 h 3 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) for London Stansted Airport 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 154 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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
02:205h05
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
07:25London Stansted Airport
£261One-way
0 changes
National Express
11:355h00
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
16:35London Stansted Airport
£371One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 154 km

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Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£38

Average Price

4h 28m

Average total duration

3h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

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

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

Last updated at 07:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:45 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
4h45
22:30 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
Sunday 16 November
national_express02:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
5h05
07:25 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

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

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Buses from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £15 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 17:45. 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 £15
Distance
154 km
Average bus duration
3h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
25
Fastest bus
4h 45m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
17:45
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 £15

Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £15. 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 45m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
25 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: Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 4 h 25 min   to travel the 95 mile long route, with around there are 31 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 02: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 18: 15.
There are 31 coaches a day from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and London Stansted Airport (STN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:

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

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