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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Oct

Cheapest price on 02 Oct

£11

Average ticket price on 02 Oct

£25

Fastest journey on 02 Oct

1 h 28 m

Average journey duration on 02 Oct

1 h 29 m

Trains on 02 Oct

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

On Fri 02 Oct, we found 18 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth, including 11 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.

C82655
22:091h44
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
23:53Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£111One-way
0 changes
G26265
21:391h34
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
23:13Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£111One-way
0 changes
G26174
10:391h37
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
12:16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£121One-way
0 changes
C82640
20:391h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
22:14Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£141One-way
0 changes
G26259
21:091h28
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
22:37Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
£141One-way
0 changes

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth trains for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G26161	On time 9:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h29	10:38 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82528_C82354 · G26168	On time 9:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h24	11:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
W45401+G88603 · G26168	On time 9:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h22	11:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G77128_G26976 · G26176	On time 9:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h19	12:41 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
G77128_G26976 · G26176	On time 9:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h15	12:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G26165	On time 9:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	11:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26168	On time 10:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h28	11:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26174	On time 10:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	12:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
W45489+C93261	On time 10:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h06	12:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G26400 · G26184	On time 10:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h45	13:41 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
G26400 · G26184	On time 10:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h41	13:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G26184	On time 12:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h28	13:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26190	12:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h38	14:17 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26192	13:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h28	14:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82393 · G26200	On time 13:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h38	15:51 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
C82393 · G26200	On time 13:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h34	15:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
C82393+L83934 · L79653	On time 13:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h31	15:44 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
W32888+G26198	13:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h59	15:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G26413 · G26995	On time 13:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h30	15:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G26417+L79395 · L79663	On time 13:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h33	15:59 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26198	13:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	15:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26200	On time 14:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h38	15:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26206	On time 14:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	16:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
W32882+G26208	On time 14:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h00	16:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
W32933+C82413+L83958 · L79693	On time 14:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h45	17:34 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3 changes
G26208	On time 15:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h38	16:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82413 · G26216	On time 15:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h26	17:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
C82413 · G26216	On time 15:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h30	17:43 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
C82413+L83958 · L79693	On time 15:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h21	17:34 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26431+L80293 · L79962	On time 15:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h46	18:12 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26214	On time 15:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h40	17:19 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26216	On time 16:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h30	17:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82423 · G26225	On time 16:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h27	18:40 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
C82423 · G26225	On time 16:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h31	18:44 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
C82423+L83970 · L79713	16:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h21	18:34 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26438+L78622 · L79723	On time 16:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h41	19:07 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26222	On time 16:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	18:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82427 · G26231	16:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h39	19:22 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
C82427 · G26231	16:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h35	19:18 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
C82427+L81497 · L79733	On time 16:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h50	19:33 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
W45464+G26442 · G26234	On time 16:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h53	19:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
W45464+G26442 · G26234	On time 16:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h58	19:44 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	2 changes
W32932+C82433 · G26234	16:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h50	19:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
W32932+C82433 · G26234	16:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h55	19:44 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	2 changes
W45529+G88468 · G26234	On time 16:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h46	19:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
W45529+G88468 · G26234	On time 16:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h51	19:44 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	2 changes
G28266+C82433 · G26234	On time 16:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h48	19:44 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	2 changes
G26442 · G26234	On time 16:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h43	19:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G28266+C82433 · G26234	On time 16:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h43	19:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26225	On time 17:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h31	18:40 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26231	17:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h39	19:18 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82437 · C82620	17:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h39	20:22 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
C82437 · C82620	17:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h35	20:18 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
C82437+L85015 · L79743	17:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h21	20:04 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
G26449 · G26242	On time 17:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h43	20:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
G26234	18:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h30	19:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
C82443 · G26242	On time 18:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h31	20:44 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)	1 change
C82443 · G26242	On time 18:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h26	20:39 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
C82443+L82987 · L79753	On time 18:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h18	20:31 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	2 changes
Friday 2 October
G26154	8:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h31	9:40 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
G26158	8:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	10:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth

United Kingdom

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 11:09. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 28m.

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

Coach from £7

Distance

76 km

Average train duration

1h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

£9

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 28m

First train

7:09

Last train

11:09

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £7

Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Southern Duration

1h 28m

Cheapest Southern Price

£9

Southern frequency

5 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with snacks and drinks

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket

Quiet zone

Learn more about Southern

South Western Railway

About

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average South Western Railway Duration

1h 44m

Cheapest South Western Railway Price

£21

South Western Railway frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead

Quiet zone

Learn more about South Western Railway

Complete guide to Portsmouth

Things to do in Portsmouth

Discover the best of Portsmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portsmouth trip today.

Must visit

HMS Victory

A major naval museum where visitors can board Nelson’s flagship and explore life at sea through preserved decks and displays.

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Recommended

HMS Alliance

This working museum ship reveals cramped Victorian submarine life and the engineering behind one of Britain’s earliest submarines.

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Recommended

Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery

Portsmouth’s city museum covers local history, football heritage and art, with exhibits spanning the city’s people and places.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in summer, but dining and local buses remain manageable for most city-break budgets.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £28.

The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth covers a distance of 76 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 10 per day.

The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth is 76 km.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 7:09.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth departs at 11:09.

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth run approximately 10 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.

Yes, there is a direct train between London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Southern.

There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.

Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of the South Downs National Park, which can be quite picturesque.

Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth

Most London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth trains use the London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Portsmouth Harbour. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London

Arrival train stations in Portsmouth

Portsmouth & SouthseaPortsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.

Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services

Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

More about Portsmouth & Southsea

Portsmouth HarbourPortsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre

Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Littlehampton - Portsmouth Harbour, Three Bridges - Portsmouth Harbour, Barnham - Portsmouth Harbour, Gatwick Airport - Portsmouth Harbour, Havant - Portsmouth Harbour, Bognor Regis - Portsmouth Harbour · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min

Bus1, 2, 8, 3, 7, X4, H1, X5, Pr1 · 6m · £2 · every ~214 min

Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services

Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.