The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) for Plymouth station (PLY) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 23 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 train and coach for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. 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 coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 286 km
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 6h53 | 04:38 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 09:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h58 | 13:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and Plymouth station (PLY) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to Plymouth station (PLY) 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 station (PLY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and Plymouth station (PLY)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
- 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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