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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£70
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£125
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 5 m
Trains on 17 Sept
4
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
15:504h22Plymouth station (PLY)20:12Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£701One-way0 changes- 7:354h22Plymouth station (PLY)11:57Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£881One-way0 changes
- 5:553h47Plymouth station (PLY)9:42Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1671One-way0 changes
- 6:553h47Plymouth station (PLY)10:42Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1741One-way0 changes
- 6:553h47Plymouth station (PLY)10:42Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1741One-way0 changes
- 5:553h47Plymouth station (PLY)9:42Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1671One-way0 changes
- 7:354h22Plymouth station (PLY)11:57Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£881One-way0 changes
- 15:504h22Plymouth station (PLY)20:12Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£701One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £296.
Distance: 286 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £296 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF):
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) costing on average £100.
A coach is £257 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) costing on average £296.
Other travel options to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Coach takes on average 6h 2m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 44m by train vs 3h 51m by car). Tickets start at around £100 compared to roughly £67 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34552+ C37745 · C37046 | On time 4:54 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h18 | 9:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34552+C37060 | On time 4:54 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h33 | 9:27 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| G15035+C36906 | On time 5:32 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h39 | 10:11 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| W34553+C37788 · C36874 | On time 5:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h47 | 9:42 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34553+C36893 | On time 5:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h03 | 9:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
 G01062+ L79369+C03050+C37651 | 6:20 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h38 | 12:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 4 changes | |
| G15036+C36971 | 6:37 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h51 | 11:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| W34555+C37459 · C36948 | On time 6:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h03 | 10:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34555 · C47871+C37432 · C36937 | On time 6:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h46 | 10:41 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
| W34555+C36948 | On time 6:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h03 | 10:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
W34555+C36937+ W10616 | On time 6:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h46 | 10:41 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| G01064+W35432+C37004 | 7:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h46 | 12:13 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| G14921+C37013 | 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h12 | 12:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| G14921 · C47876+C37004 · C37573 | 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h57 | 12:13 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
| G14921+C37601 · C37013 | 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h12 | 12:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| G14921+C37013+W10637 | 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h12 | 12:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34559+W10643+C37033 | 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h23 | 12:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34559+C37033 | 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h23 | 12:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| W34559+C37033 · C37651 | 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h23 | 12:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34562+C37051 | 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h13 | 13:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| W34562+W10649+C37051 | 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h13 | 13:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34562+C37051 · C37695 | 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h13 | 13:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| W34562 · C47880+C37668 · C37043 | 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h58 | 13:13 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
| G01069+G15045+C36878 | 9:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h46 | 14:13 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| G01069+G15045+C37070 · C37738 | 9:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h31 | 13:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
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Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 07:35. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 7:35 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
Most Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) trains use the Plymouth to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth station (PLY) and Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 4 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 4 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminal 4. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 4: 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.
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