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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$45
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
3 h 9 m
Buses on Sep 23
11
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) without transferring at least once.
NX025 · NX0305:40 AM6h45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North12:25 PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade$281One-way1 transfer- NX025 · NX03010:10 AM6h00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North4:10 PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade$291One-way1 transfer
- NX025 · NX0301:10 PM6h40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North7:50 PMSouthsea, Clarence Esplanade$301One-way1 transfer
- NX230 · NX0309:35 PM2h58London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North12:33 AMPortsmouth, University$461One-way1 transfer
- NX210 · NX03011:10 AM3h15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:25 PMPortsmouth, University$491One-way1 transfer
- NX230 · NX0309:35 PM2h58London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North12:33 AMPortsmouth, University$461One-way1 transfer
- NX201 · NX0306:25 PM3h05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North9:30 PMPortsmouth, University$581One-way1 transfer
- NX201 · NX03011:05 PM3h13London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:18 AMPortsmouth, University$581One-way1 transfer
- NX230 · NX03011:05 PM3h13London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:18 AMPortsmouth, University$501One-way1 transfer
- NX210 · NX03011:10 AM3h15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North2:25 PMPortsmouth, University$491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $28, while a bus costs an average of $50.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $39 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS):
A ferry is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average $39 (€32).
A ferry is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 55m.
Bus takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-28.11 (€-23.05). The journey takes 2h 32m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:33AM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:18AM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:18AM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX025 · NX030 | 5:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h45 | 12:25 PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade | 1 transfer | |
| NX210 · NX030 | 7:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h40 | 10:55 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX025 · NX030 | 10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h00 | 4:10 PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade | 1 transfer | |
| NX210 · NX030 | 11:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h15 | 2:25 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX025 · NX030 | 11:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h15 | 2:25 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX025 · NX030 | 1:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h40 | 7:50 PM Southsea, Clarence Esplanade | 1 transfer | |
| NX025 · NX030 | 3:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h35 | 6:35 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX030 | 6:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h05 | 9:30 PM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 · NX030 | 9:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 2h58 | 12:33 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX030 | 11:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h13 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 · NX030 | 11:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h13 | 2:18 AM Portsmouth, University | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:05 AM |
Last bus 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: National Express from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) with National Express for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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