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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) 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 station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 4 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for London Heathrow Airport on Mon, May 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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.
8:15 AM3h44Plymouth station (PLY)11:59 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$1161One-way0 transfers- 9:15 AM3h44Plymouth station (PLY)12:59 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$1201One-way0 transfers
6:27 AM4h24Plymouth station (PLY)10:51 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$1261One-way0 transfers- 7:27 AM4h24Plymouth station (PLY)11:51 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$1411One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM3h44Plymouth station (PLY)12:59 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$1201One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM3h44Plymouth station (PLY)11:59 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$1161One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM4h24Plymouth station (PLY)11:51 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$1411One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM4h24Plymouth station (PLY)10:51 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$1261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport 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 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $425 Average price | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport:
A bus is $82 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $115 (€93).
A bus is $392 (€317) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $425 (€344).
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 13m.
Flight takes on average 6h 36m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 34m by train vs 3h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $115 (€93) compared to roughly $92 (€74) 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
Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:27 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h24 | 10:51 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h24 | 11:51 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h44 | 11:59 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h44 | 12:59 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 6:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and London Heathrow Airport from $21 (€17). 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 station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) 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.
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Popular train stations from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow 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
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