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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
3 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
4 h 4 m
Trains on 18 Oct
5
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport you need to make at least 3 changes.
X14115 · SN626200 · C82369+
Luton Dart8:184h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:34London Luton Airport (LUA)£321One-way4 changes- X14114 · SN036800 · C82379+Luton Dart9:184h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:34London Luton Airport (LUA)£321One-way4 changes
L79931+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
W45456+Luton Dart8:223h58Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:20London Luton Airport (LUA)£371One-way3 changes- L79937+W45803+Luton Dart+
G071959:223h42Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:04London Luton Airport (LUA)£391One-way3 changes - Q14009 · SW131300 · L79603 · L814288:374h10Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:47London Luton Airport (LUA)£451One-way6 changes
- L79937+W45803+Luton Dart+G071959:223h42Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:04London Luton Airport (LUA)£391One-way3 changes
- L79931+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+W45456+Luton Dart8:223h58Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:20London Luton Airport (LUA)£371One-way3 changes
- Q14009 · SW131300 · L79603 · L814288:374h10Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:47London Luton Airport (LUA)£451One-way6 changes
- X14115 · SN626200 · C82369+Luton Dart8:184h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)12:34London Luton Airport (LUA)£321One-way4 changes
- X14114 · SN036800 · C82379+Luton Dart9:184h16Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:34London Luton Airport (LUA)£321One-way4 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport
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Trains from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 08:33. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 3:35 |
Last train 8:33 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Portsmouth to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X14115 · SN626200 · C82369+W45755 | 8:18 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h16 | 12:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4 changes | |
| L79931+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+W45456+Luton Dart | 8:22 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h58 | 12:20 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3 changes | |
| Q14009 · SW131300 · L79603 · L81428 | 8:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h10 | 12:47 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 6 changes | |
| X14114 · SN036800 · C82379+W45791 | 9:18 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h16 | 13:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4 changes | |
| L79937+W45803+Luton Dart+G07195 | 9:22 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h42 | 13:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3 changes |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Portsmouth and London Luton Airport from £18. 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 to London Luton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and London Luton Airport
Most Portsmouth to London Luton Airport trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and London Luton Airport 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.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: 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.
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton train station facilities and services
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: 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.
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