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The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 20 Jul

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

3 h 16 m

Average duration

3 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.

L79599+C37966+P66390+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)
9:373h30
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
13:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
£241One-way
3 changes
L79599+P66396+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street
9:373h46
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
13:23Stansted Airport (SSD)
£241One-way
2 changes
L79581+P66372+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street
8:373h46
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
12:23Stansted Airport (SSD)
£241One-way
2 changes
L79631+P66426+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street
11:193h18
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
14:37Stansted Airport (SSD)
£241One-way
2 changes
L79611+P02925+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street
10:193h18
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
13:37Stansted Airport (SSD)
£241One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 153 km

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Train	Most popular Coach
£41 Average Price	£31 Average Price Cheapest
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C82624_C82450+P66198+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale	17:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h50	20:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79761+C82450+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P66198	On time 17:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	20:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79761 · L81526+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66198	On time 17:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	20:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79761+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66210	On time 17:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h30	21:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L84003 · L81532+P66221+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale	On time 17:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h31	21:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L84003+P66232+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street	On time 17:52 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h45	21:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
C82634_C82460+P66243+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale	18:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h50	21:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79779+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66254	On time 18:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h30	22:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79779+C82460+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P66243	On time 18:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	21:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79779 · L81538+P66243+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale	On time 18:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	21:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79573 · L81983+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P02923	8:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h16	11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79573+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66360	8:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h34	11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79573 · L81414+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P02923	8:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h16	11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79581+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66372	8:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h46	12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79592+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66378	9:19 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79599 · L82013+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66390	9:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h30	13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79599+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66396	9:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h46	13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79599+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37966+P66390	9:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h30	13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)	3 changes
L79611+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P02925	10:19 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79619+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66414	10:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h30	14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
L79631+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66426	11:19 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)	3h18	14:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport

United Kingdom

Trains from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 3h 16m.

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 £22

Distance

153 km

Average train duration

3h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

£25

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 16m

First train

5:17

Last train

20:08

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Tue

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £22

Train companies: South Western Railway from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth and London Stansted Airport from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration

3h 16m

Cheapest Price

£25

South Western Railway frequency

4 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

FAQs: Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £41.

The train journey from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 153 km and takes approximately 3h 16m. Trains run 8 per day.

The train distance from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport is 153 km.

The first train from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:17.

The last train from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport departs at 20:08.

Trains from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport run approximately 8 times per day.

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

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport.

To get from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £22.

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

The train journey from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport is primarily urban and suburban, passing through areas like London, which are more residential and industrial than scenic. While there are patches of greenery, the route is not renowned for scenic views.

A day trip from Portsmouth to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 16m each way. Trains run 8 times per day over a distance of 153 km.

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

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and London Stansted Airport

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

Departure train stations in Portsmouth

Arrival train stations in London

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 · £0.89 · 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.