The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 16 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) you need to make at least 2 changes.
L79574+
P66355+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street8:213h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)11:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£281One-way2 changes
L79582+
P66367+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street8:513h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£311One-way2 changes
L79593+
P66379+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street9:203h17Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£331One-way2 changes
L79600+
P66397+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street9:513h32Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£331One-way2 changes
L79600 · L82014+
P66391+
Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale9:513h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£331One-way3 changes
L79574+
P66355+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street8:213h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)11:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£281One-way2 changes
L79582+
P66367+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street8:513h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£311One-way2 changes
L79600 · L81433+
P66391+
Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale9:513h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£361One-way3 changes
L79600 · L82014+
P66391+
Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale9:513h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£331One-way3 changes
L79593+
P66379+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street9:203h17Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£331One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 153 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD):
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average £37.
Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 26m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.96. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79574+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+ P66355 | 8:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h16 | 11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
L79582+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+ P66367 | 8:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h16 | 12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
L79593+ P66379+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street | 9:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h17 | 12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
L79600+ P66397+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street | 9:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h32 | 13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
L79600 · L82014+ Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+ P66391 | 9:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h16 | 13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
L79600 · L81433+ P66391+ Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | 9:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h16 | 13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 07:52. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 3:35 |
Last train 7:52 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £24. 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 & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
Most Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Stansted Airport (SSD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
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.
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