The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- $37
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- $44
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 3 h 34 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 3 h 45 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 3
- Distance
- 154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.

5:20 PM 3h34 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 8:54 PM London Stansted Airport $37 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:43 AM 3h54 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 12:37 PM London Stansted Airport $41 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:37 AM 3h46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 12:23 PM London Stansted Airport $55 1 One-way 0 transfers

5:20 PM 3h34 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 8:54 PM London Stansted Airport $37 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:37 AM 3h46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 12:23 PM London Stansted Airport $55 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:43 AM 3h54 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 12:37 PM London Stansted Airport $41 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 but you can travel from only $31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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Live departures
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h46 | 12:23 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport
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Popular train stations from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport
Most Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
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.
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