Portsmouth to Gatwick Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
A private car from Portsmouth to Gatwick is a drive of about 1 h 20 min in normal traffic. Here is what each vehicle costs, when to be collected and what happens on arrival.
The journey
The distance is about 75 miles (121 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour 20 minutes; weekday rush hours, Friday afternoons and bank holiday weekends can add a good deal more. The A27 east and the A23 or A24 north to Gatwick, or the A3 and M25.
About Portsmouth
We collect from Portsmouth, Southsea, Gunwharf Quays and the ferry port. Tell us your ferry arrival time if you are travelling straight from a ship.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £153
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £239
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £253
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £395
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £437
You pay per car, not per passenger. Your exact fixed price appears on the booking form as soon as you add your address and date, and it stays the same whatever the traffic.
Pickup from your door
Book the pickup for about 3 hours before a short-haul departure (an hour more for long-haul). With a drive of about 1 h 20 min from Portsmouth, that leaves roughly 1 hour 45 minutes at Gatwick for check-in, bag drop and security in normal traffic. The driver comes to your door, loads the luggage and brings free child seats if you ask for them. Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, linked by a free shuttle train that takes about two minutes. Check which one your airline uses when you book, so you are dropped at the right door.
Arriving back
On the way home from Gatwick to Portsmouth, the driver follows your flight's real landing time and meets you at the arrivals meeting point of the North or South Terminal. You get 60 minutes of free waiting from landing, and airport parking is included. Selecting "Return" when you book covers both legs and takes a discount off the return.
More information
See our Gatwick transfers page and the Gatwick pickup guide. Related route: Gatwick to Bournemouth Service – Reliable Transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Portsmouth to Gatwick?
About 75 miles (121 km).
How long does the journey take?
Around 1 hour 20 minutes when the roads are clear. Rush hour and holiday weekends add time.
How much is a taxi from Portsmouth to Gatwick?
From about £153 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £240 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
Allow 3 hours for short-haul and an extra hour for long-haul flights from Gatwick.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
