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Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth
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Coach from Heathrow to Portsmouth in 1 hr 25 mins (fastest journey)
Our coaches travel from Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth up to 10 times per day, and our fastest journey time is 1 hr 25 mins (approx) from our Terminal 5. Services from Heathrow to Portsmouth run from as early as 00.40am, and our last coach of the day leaves for Portsmouth at 22.20pm, arriving in Portsmouth at 00.55am (approx).
With regular, reliable services, and travel from just £16 one-way*, you can travel in style and comfort for less.
| Heathrow to Portsmouth journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 1 hr 25 mins (from Terminal 5) |
| Cheapest price | From £16* |
| Distance (approx) | 102km |
| No. of stops | 1 (fastest service, other services may vary) |
| First & last journey daily | 00:40am/22:20pm (from Heathrow) |
Our Heathrow to Portsmouth services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 203 service travels up to 9 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Heathrow Airport (Terminal 4)
- Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
- Winchester Park & Ride East
- University of Southampton Burgess Rd bus stop
- Southampton Coach Station
- Fareham Bus Station
- Portsmouth Port (C.F.T.)Cruise & Ferry Terminal
- Portsmouth The Hard Interchange
- University of Portsmouth
Our 030 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
- London (Wandsworth)
- Guildford, Park Barn
- Portsmouth (Rudmore Roundabout)
- Portsmouth, The Hard
- University of Portsmouth
Heathrow to Portsmouth route map
Departing from Heathrow Airport
Our coaches travel between Heathrow Airport and Portsmouth up to 10 times per day. While you're waiting for your coach, Heathrow Airport has many great facilities for you to enjoy.
Facilities near to the stop include: a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants, as well as rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines.
Arrival and Departure information:
Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.
Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.
Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.
Arriving in Portsmouth
Coaches stop at several other stops in Portsmouth, including Portsmouth Port, and Portsmouth University.
For travel beyond the city, The Hard Interchange is served by many local buses and is also home to Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Heathrow Central Bus Station at 00.40am, arriving at The Hard, Portsmouth at 2.15am.
The last coach leaves from Heathrow Terminal 5 at 22.20pm, arriving at The Hard, Portsmouth at 00.55am.
A one-way journey from Heathrow to Portsmouth is available from £16*.
Coach journeys from Heathrow Airport to Portsmouth take approximately 1 hr 25 mins, making it our shortest journey option.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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Luggage
You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack. Find out more
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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 07.01.2025 for travel between 07.01.2025 - 05.05.2025.
