What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport T5 -. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Horsham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The distance between Portsmouth and Gatwick is 59 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £29 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Gatwick bus from?

Portsmouth to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Gatwick train from?

Portsmouth to Gatwick train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Gatwick bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Gatwick train arrive?

Portsmouth to Gatwick train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Gatwick is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Portsmouth to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Gatwick?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Portsmouth to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 200 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Gatwick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to Gatwick Airporttrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
1h 43m
£30–60
Drive 59 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Gatwickcar 59 mi
1h 17m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
2h 44m
£16–35
Train via Guildford
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2h 20m
£29–62
Train, line 200 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 200
2h 22m
£28–51

Portsmouth to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 58.7 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Gatwick Airport via Horsham in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Heathrow Airport T5 - in around 2h 44m.

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