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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for Mar 05
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Fast buses
Of the 18 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Portsmouth on Thu, Mar 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest buses 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.
NX03011:00PM1h30
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 512:30AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$251One-way
0 transfers
NX03010:45PM1h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 312:30AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$251One-way
0 transfers
NX03012:50AM1h25
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 502:15AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$271One-way
0 transfers
NX03012:45PM1h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 502:20PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$271One-way
0 transfers
NX03012:40AM1h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:15AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$271One-way
0 transfers
NX03012:50AM1h25
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 502:15AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$271One-way
0 transfers
NX03011:00PM1h30
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 512:30AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$251One-way
0 transfers
NX03007:55PM1h30
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 509:25PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$301One-way
0 transfers
NX03012:45PM1h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 502:20PMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$271One-way
0 transfers
NX03012:40AM1h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:15AMPortsmouth, The Hard Interchange
$271One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Ferry |
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$33 Average price | $87 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth buses for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 8:56 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| NX030 | 10:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h45 | 12:30 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX030 | 11:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h30 | 12:30 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
| NX030 | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX030 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h25 | 2:15 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 · NX030 | 7:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h00 | 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 | 9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX030 | 9:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h35 | 10:50 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 · NX030 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h10 | 2:20 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 | 12:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 2:20 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX030 | 12:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h35 | 2:20 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 · NX030 | 1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h20 | 6:30 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 | 4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h10 | 6:30 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX030 | 4:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h55 | 6:30 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 · NX030 | 5:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h35 | 9:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX030 | 7:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h45 | 9:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX030 | 7:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h30 | 9:25 PM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 · NX030 | 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 3h50 | 12:30 AM Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth buses with Omio?
National Express operates all buses services from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by ferry.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 25m.
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
Ferry from $16 (€13)
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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
Ferry from $16 (€13)
Bus providers: National Express from London Heathrow Airport to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€16)
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth can start from as little as $19 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth is $33 (€26) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth is 1h 25m to travel the 54 miles (87 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 12:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Portsmouth from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Portsmouth including taking a bus, train, and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth depends on the bus companies:
- National Express
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
London
Portsmouth
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
The HardWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
Portsmouth, University
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Wharf RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Portsmouth, International Port
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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