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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth you need to make at least one change.
G15127 · W347979:005h13Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:13Plymouth station (PLY)£1031One-way1 change- W34791+
Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+
W454038:364h27Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1061One-way2 changes - W34791+W45478+
C382838:464h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1061One-way2 changes - Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34791+
C823498:434h20Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1061One-way2 changes - G15126 · W347917:595h04Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1771One-way1 change
- W34791+W45478+C382838:464h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1061One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34791+C823498:434h20Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1061One-way2 changes
- W34791+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+W454038:364h27Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1061One-way2 changes
- G15126 · W347917:595h04Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1771One-way1 change
- G15127 · W347979:005h13Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:13Plymouth station (PLY)£1031One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick 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 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 292 km
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£84 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G15126 · W34791 | 7:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h04 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| W45403+W34791+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington | 8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h27 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| W34791+C82349+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h20 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| W45478+W34791+C38283 | 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h17 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| G15127 · W34797 | 9:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h13 | 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:43, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 7:43 |
Last train 22:05 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick 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: London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Plymouth
Most London Gatwick Airport to Plymouth trains use the London Paddington to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Plymouth 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.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: 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.
Getting to Dockyard from Plymouth city centre
Dockyard is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Dockyard train station facilities and services
Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dockyard.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dockyard: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dockyard: 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.
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