4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Bristol Airport
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Bristol Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Bristol Airport will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 4 trains that leave Plymouth for Bristol Airport on Tue, May 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.
8:42 AM3h03Plymouth11:45 AMBristol Airport$981One-way0 transfers- 6:48 PM3h51Plymouth10:39 PMBristol Airport$981One-way0 transfers
- 4:52 PM3h01Plymouth7:53 PMBristol Airport$991One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM3h03Plymouth12:45 PMBristol Airport$991One-way0 transfers
- 4:52 PM3h01Plymouth7:53 PMBristol Airport$991One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM3h03Plymouth12:45 PMBristol Airport$991One-way0 transfers
- 8:42 AM3h03Plymouth11:45 AMBristol Airport$981One-way0 transfers
- 6:48 PM3h51Plymouth10:39 PMBristol Airport$981One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Plymouth to Bristol Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Bristol Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $63.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m 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 Plymouth to Bristol Airport:
A bus is $79 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Bristol Airport costing on average $97 (€78).
Other travel options to Bristol Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€78) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-56.90 (€-45.89). The journey takes 2h 35m versus 2h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Plymouth to Bristol Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Bristol Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:42 AM Plymouth | 3h03 | 11:45 AM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:42 AM Plymouth | 3h03 | 12:45 PM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:52 PM Plymouth | 3h01 | 7:53 PM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:48 PM Plymouth | 3h51 | 10:39 PM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Bristol Airport
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Trains from Plymouth to Bristol Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry from Plymouth to Bristol Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Plymouth and Bristol Airport from $6 (€5). 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 Plymouth to Bristol Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Bristol Airport 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 Bristol Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Bristol Airport
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- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- 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.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- 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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