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Compare train for Littlehampton to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Littlehampton to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £170 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £170, while a train costs an average of £170.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£170 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Littlehampton to Plymouth is a train with an average price of £170.
The fastest way to travel from Littlehampton to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 5h 35m.
Yes, you can take a train between Littlehampton and Plymouth.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £170 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-117.34. The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Littlehampton to Plymouth by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Littlehampton to Plymouth
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Trains from Littlehampton to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £165 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 4h 42m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £165 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southern from Littlehampton to Plymouth trainsSouthern trains will get you between Littlehampton and Plymouth from £165. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
4h 42m
Cheapest Southern Price
£165
Southern frequency
12 a day
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: dining and buses are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer and at weekends. Costs are usually lower than London but similar to other regional waterfront cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are usually by rounding up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Plymouth Citybus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £7
To the city centre
Plymouth Railway Station -> Royal Parade, Plymouth
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Cash, contactless and mobile payments are accepted on local buses in Plymouth.
- For unlimited travel, an Adult 24 Hr Plymouth ticket is £7.50 in the app, while the operator also states Plymouth day travel is £7 from the driver or app.
FAQs: Littlehampton to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Littlehampton 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Littlehampton to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £165, while the average price tends to be around £170.
The train journey from Littlehampton to Plymouth covers a distance of 259 km and takes approximately 4h 42m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Littlehampton to Plymouth is 259 km.
The first train from Littlehampton to Plymouth leaves at 5:32.
The last train from Littlehampton to Plymouth departs at 23:20.
Trains from Littlehampton to Plymouth run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Littlehampton to Plymouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Littlehampton to Plymouth.
To travel from Littlehampton to Plymouth, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Littlehampton to Plymouth.
The train station in Littlehampton that goes to Plymouth is Littlehampton station (LIT), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
The cheapest way to get from Littlehampton to Plymouth is by train, costing approximately £165.
Booking trains from Littlehampton to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Littlehampton to Plymouth offers scenic views as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the South Downs, coastal stretches along the English Channel, and the rolling countryside of Devon.
A day trip from Littlehampton to Plymouth is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 42m. Trains run 4 times per day for this 259 km journey.
To fully experience Plymouth's historic sites, waterfront attractions, and vibrant cultural scene, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Littlehampton to Plymouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Littlehampton and Plymouth
Most Littlehampton to Plymouth trains use the Littlehampton to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Littlehampton and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Littlehampton
Arrival train stations in Plymouth
Which Littlehampton station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Trains from Littlehampton to Plymouth leave from Littlehampton. The station is 1 km from Littlehampton city centre at Littlehampton station, Terminus Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5BS.
LittlehamptonLittlehampton station, Terminus Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5BS
City-centre transport
Getting to Littlehampton from Littlehampton city centre
Bus12 · 1m · £2 · every ~1 min
Littlehampton train station facilities and services
Littlehampton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Littlehampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Littlehampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Littlehampton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Littlehampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Littlehampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Littlehampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on station concourse opposite the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Littlehampton arrive at?
Trains from Littlehampton to Plymouth arrive at Plymouth. Plymouth is 1 km from Plymouth city centre.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
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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