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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Airport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Airport to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Plymouth will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol Airport for Plymouth every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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 coach and train for Bristol Airport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 151 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Airport to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Plymouth trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+L23270 · P31353 | On time 08:05 Bristol, Airport (XPB) | 3h29 | 11:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C75134 | On time 08:55 Bristol, Airport (XPB) | 2h53 | 11:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C75460 | On time 09:55 Bristol, Airport (XPB) | 2h52 | 12:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C75193 | On time 10:55 Bristol, Airport (XPB) | 2h52 | 13:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+L23067 · L23081 | On time 11:16 Bristol, Airport (XPB) | 2h56 | 14:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C75083 | On time 11:55 Bristol, Airport (XPB) | 2h53 | 14:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Plymouth
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Trains from Bristol Airport to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 21:58 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry from Bristol Airport to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Bristol Airport and Plymouth from £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: Bristol Airport to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Airport and Plymouth
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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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