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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Plymouth will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Plymouth 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 351 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.
13:115h29London Stansted Airport18:40Plymouth£521One-way0 changes- 11:115h02London Stansted Airport16:13Plymouth£571One-way0 changes
- 10:435h42London Stansted Airport16:25Plymouth£671One-way0 changes
- 10:026h23London Stansted Airport16:25Plymouth£681One-way0 changes
- 13:305h52London Stansted Airport19:22Plymouth£681One-way0 changes
- 10:284h45London Stansted Airport15:13Plymouth£741One-way0 changes
- 11:115h02London Stansted Airport16:13Plymouth£571One-way0 changes
- 13:115h29London Stansted Airport18:40Plymouth£521One-way0 changes
- 10:435h42London Stansted Airport16:25Plymouth£671One-way0 changes
- 13:305h52London Stansted Airport19:22Plymouth£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 351 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Plymouth trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P66187+ C37183+W34790 | 8:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h38 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P02914+C38380+W34797 | 9:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h45 | 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66278+C38461+G14980 | 10:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h27 | 14:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66329+C38542+W34808 | 11:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h45 | 16:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66369+C38228+W34813 | 12:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h44 | 17:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66393+C38307+W34820 | 13:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h49 | 18:17 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66417+C38390+W34824 | 14:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h52 | 19:20 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66429+C38429+W34827 | 14:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h17 | 20:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P66441+C37239+W34831 | 15:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h52 | 20:20 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| P02932+C38559+W34837 | 16:27 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h45 | 21:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 17:11. The fastest train covers the 351 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 8:11 |
Last train 17:11 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Stansted Airport to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Plymouth from £18. 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 Stansted Airport to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport and Plymouth
Most London Stansted Airport to Plymouth trains use the London Paddington to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare London Stansted 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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