London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth train with Southern

1,000+ travel companies

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 13 Jul

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

1 h 37 m

Average duration

1 h 53 m

Trains per day

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 £25.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Portsmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.

Y28113

09:151h37

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:52Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

£251One-way

0 changes

Y28077 · Y30129

08:201h45

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:05Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

£251One-way

1 change

X71851+

Y28124

09:342h16

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:50Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)

£251One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £16.

Distance: 75 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach
£23 Average Price Cheapest	£25 Average Price
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 July

Last updated at 19:46

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Y28077 · Y30129	On time 07:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h45	09:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
Y28113	On time 08:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	09:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	0 changesdirect
X71851+Y28124	On time 08:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h16	10:50 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth by train or coach

Sun
13 Jul

Mon
14 Jul

Tue
15 Jul

Wed
16 Jul

Thu
17 Jul

Fri
18 Jul

Sat
19 Jul

Sun
20 Jul

Mon
21 Jul

Tue
22 Jul

Wed
23 Jul

Thu
24 Jul

Fri
25 Jul

Sat
26 Jul

Sun
27 Jul

Mon
28 Jul

Tue
29 Jul

Wed
30 Jul

Thu
31 Jul

Fri
01 Aug

Sat
02 Aug

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth

United Kingdom

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

75 km

Average train duration

1h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

£8

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 28m

First train

04:50

Last train

22:02

Price information

Train providers: Southern and South Western Railway trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth

Buy your official Southern and South Western Railway train tickets between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Portsmouth from £7 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

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.

Southern from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: £7
Southern frequency: 25 a day

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.

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth train travel time is 1 h 28 min for the 47 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth leaves at 05: 31. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth leaves at 21: 09.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth without having to change trains with Southern. There are 3 direct trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Southern or South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Portsmouth from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 09.

A day trip to Portsmouth from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 28 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth is November.

You have options as you can travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Portsmouth 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth

London

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Harbour Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

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

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00

Distance to city center

1 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no 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

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
Baby changing facilities: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J

Portsmouth & Southsea Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

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

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Concourse and car park
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea

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

Fratton

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Fratton station, Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AW

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40

Distance to city center

1 km

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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
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

Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Platform 1
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100

Public transport options for Fratton

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.

Hilsea

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

information

Address

Hilsea station, Airport Service Road, Hilsea, Hampshire, PO3 5FT

Distance to city center

3 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Hilsea

Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Portsmouth: Norway Road bus stop by Vauxhall Garage To Cosham / Havant: Norway Road bus stop opposite Vauxhall Garage