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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 4 trains that leave Plymouth for London Heathrow Airport on Tue, Dec 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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 Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €160.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€95 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €374 Average price |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:16 AM Plymouth | 3h50 | 11:06 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:35 AM Plymouth | 4h16 | 11:51 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Plymouth | 3h44 | 11:59 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry from Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Plymouth and London Heathrow Airport from $20 (€16). 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 London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport
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Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike 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
Parking
TaxisLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to shelter on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Saltash Road, next to HMS Drake Barracks.
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WC
HotelLost and Found Office
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Bike Rental
- 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: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access, however both platforms can only be accessed via steep ramps with limited handrails for support. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the single platform but this can be accessed via a long ramp from a gated station entrance, there are limited handrails to the ramp and in places the gradient is moderate.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Main road (Wolseley Road) bus stops outside Lloyds Bank
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