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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth without transferring at least 2 times.
C33162 · C007969:26 AM4h45Gatwick Airport (GTW)2:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$1411One-way1 transfer- C33164 · C0122110:26 AM4h45Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$1411One-way1 transfer
- C33160 · C001677:59 AM5h12Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$1411One-way1 transfer
- C33166 · W3481211:26 AM4h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:15 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$1411One-way1 transfer
- C33168 · W3481612:26 PM4h45Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$1411One-way1 transfer
W45762+
C37362+C007969:37 AM4h34Gatwick Airport (GTW)2:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$2161One-way2 transfers- W45785+C37381+C0122110:36 AM4h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$2161One-way2 transfers
- W45772+C37321+W3481612:36 PM4h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$2161One-way2 transfers
- W45803+C37295+W3481211:36 AM4h39Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:15 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$2161One-way2 transfers
- C01221+
G26398+
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington10:30 AM4h41Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:11 PMPlymouth station (PLY)$2161One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth costing on average $115 (€94).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (4h 11m by train vs 4h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $115 (€94) compared to roughly $79 (€65) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C33160 · C00167 | 7:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h12 | 1:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
| C00167+W45446+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington | 8:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h02 | 1:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C00167+C82327+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h43 | 1:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C33162 · C00796 | 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h45 | 2:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
| C00796+G26391+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 9:29 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h42 | 2:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C37362+C00796+W45762 | 9:37 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h34 | 2:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C33164 · C01221 | 10:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h45 | 3:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
| C01221+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+G26398 | 10:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h41 | 3:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C37381+C01221+W45785 | 10:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h35 | 3:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C33166 · W34812 | 11:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h49 | 4:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
| W34812+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+G26405 | 11:29 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h46 | 4:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C37295+W34812+W45803 | 11:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h39 | 4:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C33168 · W34816 | 12:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h45 | 5:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
| W34816+G26412+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 12:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h42 | 5:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C37321+W34816+W45772 | 12:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h35 | 5:11 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| C33170 · C00854 | 1:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h04 | 6:30 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $21 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:43, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 7:43 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Plymouth from $21 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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