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Compare bus and train for Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$88 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 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 station (PLY) to London Luton Airport:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport costing on average $88 (€71).
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (4h 8m by train vs 4h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $88 (€71) compared to roughly $87 (€70) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 8:14 AM |
Last train 12:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and London Luton Airport from $42 (€34). 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 Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton 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 Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport
Most Plymouth station (PLY) to London Luton Airport trains use the Plymouth to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth station (PLY) and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: 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.
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