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Mary Rose Museum
Purpose-built museum displaying Henry VIII’s Tudor warship and thousands of recovered artefacts from the Solent. One of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard’s signature experiences.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 10 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Portsmouth on Fri, May 22, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $31 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth costing on average $31 (€25).
A train is $19 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth costing on average $47 (€38).
Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 56m.
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.69 (€-4.60). The journey takes 1h 56m versus 1h 32m 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.
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G26176 | Delayed 11:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 12:00 PM 12:00 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26182 | On time 11:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h37 | 1:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82377 · G26190 | Delayed 11:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h34 | 1:29 PM 1:29 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 transfer | |
C82377+ L79372 · L79625 | On time 11:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h14 | 1:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 transfers | |
G26184 | On time 12:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 1:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26190 | Delayed 11:57 AM 12:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h38 | 1:29 PM 1:29 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26192 | On time 1:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 2:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26198 | Delayed 12:57 PM 1:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h37 | 2:29 PM 2:29 PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32872+ G26200 | On time 1:47 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h00 | 3:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 transfer | |
G26200 | On time 2:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h38 | 3:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26206 | On time 2:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h37 | 4:16 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26208 | On time 3:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h38 | 4:47 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26214 | On time 3:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h40 | 5:19 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26216+ W32914 | Delayed 3:31 PM 3:47 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h52 | 5:39 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1 transfer | |
G26435+ L83971 · L79714 | On time 3:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h35 | 6:31 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:39 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h37 | 10:16 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:47 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h50 | 10:37 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:23 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h53 | 11:16 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:31 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h19 | 11:50 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h37 | 11:16 AM Portsmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 6:29 AM |
Last train 10:09 PM |
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Purpose-built museum displaying Henry VIII’s Tudor warship and thousands of recovered artefacts from the Solent. One of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard’s signature experiences.
Major naval museum at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard covering Britain’s naval history through galleries, ships, and interactive displays. A strong starting point for understanding the city.
City museum and gallery with local history, art, and themed exhibitions, including material on Portsmouth’s literary and maritime heritage.
Historic quarter of narrow streets, pubs, fortifications, and harbour views. One of the city’s most atmospheric areas for walking and photography.
Modern waterfront district known for shopping, marina views, and easy access to Spinnaker Tower. Popular for promenades and social-media-friendly harbour scenes.
Classic promenade area with beach views, gardens, piers, and open space. A favourite for strolling, cycling, and sunset views over the Solent.
Freshly battered cod or haddock with chips, a classic seaside meal closely tied to Portsmouth's working harbour and waterfront culture.
A simple sandwich filled with sweet dressed crab, reflecting the city's strong connection to the Solent and local shellfish.
Mussels cooked with white wine, garlic and herbs, popular in Portsmouth thanks to the city's coastal setting and access to fresh shellfish.
Established Southsea cafe and tea room known for homemade cakes, afternoon tea and traditional British breakfasts in a cosy setting.
Well-regarded waterfront bistro at Old Portsmouth serving modern British dishes and seafood with harbour views and a relaxed atmosphere.
Established brasserie at Gunwharf Quays offering polished French and British dining, suitable for a more refined meal.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and chains are reasonable, while seafront dining and hotels cost more in peak season.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up taxis. No tip needed for pubs, takeaway, or counter service.
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