The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 18 trains that leave Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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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Compare coach and train for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 77 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£22 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:29 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h42 | 19:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h35 | 21:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:05 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h46 | 22:51 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Y28125_Y28688 | 08:28 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h43 | 10:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28131_Y28692 | 09:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h35 | 10:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28137_Y28698 | 09:28 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h41 | 11:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28143_Y28702 | 10:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h35 | 11:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28149_Y28708 | 10:28 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h42 | 12:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28155_Y28712 | 11:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h35 | 12:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28161_Y28718 | 11:28 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h43 | 13:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28167_Y28722 | 12:04 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h35 | 13:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y28173_Y28728 | 12:28 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h42 | 14:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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