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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
4 h 25 m
Buses on 03 Sept
4
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to London Luton 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 Luton Airport will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 4 buses from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 51 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.
18:454h05Portsmouth22:50London Luton Airport£271One-way0 changes- 14:394h51Portsmouth19:30London Luton Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 18:294h21Portsmouth22:50London Luton Airport£341One-way0 changes
- 17:294h21Portsmouth21:50London Luton Airport£361One-way0 changes
- 18:454h05Portsmouth22:50London Luton Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 18:294h21Portsmouth22:50London Luton Airport£341One-way0 changes
- 17:294h21Portsmouth21:50London Luton Airport£361One-way0 changes
- 14:394h51Portsmouth19:30London Luton Airport£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport costing on average £35.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 3h 39m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Portsmouth to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London Luton Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX030 · NXA1 | 18:29 Portsmouth, University | 4h21 | 22:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NXA1 | 18:45 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 4h05 | 22:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX230 | 19:55 Portsmouth, University | 3h55 | 23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX230 | 20:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 3h40 | 23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX230 | 20:15 Portsmouth, International Port | 3h35 | 23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 14:39 Portsmouth | 4h51 | 19:30 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:50, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 130 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 130 km |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 6:50 |
Last bus 17:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport from Portsmouth to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to London Luton Airport with National Express, First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to London Luton Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London Luton 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 Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and London Luton Airport
Most Portsmouth to London Luton Airport buses use the Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and London Luton Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at The Hard (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Portsmouth, International Port from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, International Port is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, International Port bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, International Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the terminal (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, International Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, International Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, International Port: Elevators, ramps.
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