The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$32
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
1 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 21
16
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 16 trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), including 16 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains 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.
C82552_C8237710:04 AM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)11:39 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
G26187_C8238310:28 AM1h42Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)12:10 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
G2627210:05 PM1h49Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)11:54 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
C82562_C8238711:04 AM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)12:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
G26195_C8239311:28 AM1h43Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1:11 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
C82552_C8237710:04 AM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)11:39 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
C82562_C8238711:04 AM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)12:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
C82582_C824071:04 PM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)2:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
C82572_C8239712:04 PM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
C82592_C824172:04 PM1h35Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)3:39 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $29 Average price |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A train is $4 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $29.
A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $33.
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 41m.
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
Live departures
Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
X34653 | 6:48 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h51 | 8:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X07039_G26391 | 7:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h51 | 9:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83893+ G88572 · C82257 | 7:44 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h29 | 10:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07038_G26398 | 8:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h51 | 10:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X07037_G26405 | 9:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 11:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83915+ G88584 · G26306 | 9:46 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 12:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07036_G26412 | 10:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 12:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X07036_G26412 · G88590 · G26312 | 10:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h20 | 1:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
L83927+ G88590 · G26312 | 10:46 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 1:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07035_G26419 | 11:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 1:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X07035_G26419 · G88596 · G26317 | 11:41 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h20 | 2:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
L83939+ G88596 · G26317 | 11:46 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 2:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07034_G26426 · G88602 · G26323 | 12:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h20 | 3:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07034_G26426 | 12:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 2:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83951+ G88602 · G26323 | 12:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 3:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07033_G26433 | 1:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 3:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X07033_G26433 · G88608 · G26328 | 1:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h20 | 4:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
L83963+ G88608 · G26328 | 1:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 4:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07032_G26440 · G88614 · G26334 | 2:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h20 | 5:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07032_G26440 | 2:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 4:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83975+ G88614 · G26334 | 2:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 5:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07031_G26447 | 3:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h51 | 5:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83985+ G88620 · G26340 | 3:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 6:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07030_G26454 | 4:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 6:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83995+ G88626 · G26346 | 4:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 7:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07029_G26461 | 5:41 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h50 | 7:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84004+ G88631 · G26353 | 5:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h15 | 8:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
X07027 | 8:35 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h43 | 10:18 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X06992 | 9:02 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1h41 | 10:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93285 · C82329 | 9:14 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h33 | 11:47 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
L79831+ C82330 | 9:32 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h51 | 12:23 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
L84051+ G88651+ C02559 | 9:46 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h29 | 12:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
W28938+ W45592 | 10:01 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h40 | 12:41 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 10:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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