The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Plymouth will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Plymouth on Fri, Feb 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 351 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 7 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 218 miles (351 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 AM London Stansted Airport | 5h29 | 12:14 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM London Stansted Airport | 5h02 | 2:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:28 AM London Stansted Airport | 4h45 | 2:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM London Stansted Airport | 5h02 | 3:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 PM London Stansted Airport | 5h21 | 12:32 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Plymouth by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 218 miles (351 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 218 miles (351 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 21:57 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Plymouth from $26 (€21). 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 Stansted Airport to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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