How much does a train ticket cost from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Gatwick start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Gatwick is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 48 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 31m and is operated by Southern .

Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Gatwick route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The earliest train from Portsmouth to Gatwick departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 22:09.

Train Portsmouth to Gatwick from £10

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Portsmouth to Gatwick on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	17:09	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	16:03	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	17:39	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	16:33	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	18:09	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	17:03	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	18:39	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	17:33	Portsmouth and Southsea	1h 36m	19:09	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 1 hour 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 37mAverage duration

48 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £49	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £26	Average duration1h 37m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southern

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Southern ticket prices on this trip start at £12

Southern Portsmouth Gatwick recent customer reviews

Very happy

Terry P.

6 March 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Gatwick by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Portsmouth to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Gatwick start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Gatwick?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Gatwick is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 48 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 31m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Gatwick departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 22:09.