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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Plymouth station (PLY) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 305 km
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3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08326 | On time 13:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h10 | 16:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| P08311 | On time 08:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h07 | 11:10 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08313 | On time 09:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h11 | 12:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08316 | On time 10:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h00 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08319 | On time 11:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h10 | 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08323 | On time 12:05 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h08 | 15:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY)
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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from London Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Plymouth station (PLY) from £11. 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 Paddington (PAD) to Plymouth station (PLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD) and Plymouth station (PLY)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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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