The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
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 £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £119.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.


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 prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £392.
Distance: 286 km
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£84 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £517 Average Price |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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 tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h30 | 10:57 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 11:27. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 08:15 |
Last train 11:27 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Plymouth station (PLY) to Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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: 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)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
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