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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 27 buses that leave Portsmouth for London Gatwick Airport every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. 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 coach costs an average of £7, and a ferry costs an average of £20.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £20 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:34 Portsmouth | 3h51 | 13:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:50 Portsmouth | 3h45 | 16:35 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:20 Portsmouth | 1h50 | 17:10 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:39 Portsmouth | 3h51 | 19:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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| NX206 | 02:45 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1h45 | 04:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX206 | 02:45 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1h35 | 04:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX030 · NX200 | 03:05 Portsmouth, University | 3h15 | 06:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX200 | 03:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h10 | 06:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX200 | 03:20 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h00 | 06:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport
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Buses from Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 18:40. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 18:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and London Gatwick Airport
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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