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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to London
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to London will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 29 trains that leave Plymouth for London every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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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L7944914:154h39Plymouth station (PLY)18:54London Waterloo (WAT)£761One-way1 change- C00057+L7947817:154h39Plymouth station (PLY)21:54London Waterloo (WAT)£761One-way1 change
- W35407+L7943713:064h48Plymouth station (PLY)17:54London Waterloo (WAT)£761One-way1 change
- C02513+L7942712:054h49Plymouth station (PLY)16:54London Waterloo (WAT)£761One-way1 change
- C00844+L7948818:154h39Plymouth station (PLY)22:54London Waterloo (WAT)£761One-way1 change
- W3540814:153h09Plymouth station (PLY)17:24London Paddington (PAD)£831One-way0 changes
- C0084215:153h09Plymouth station (PLY)18:24London Paddington (PAD)£831One-way0 changes
- C0005717:153h10Plymouth station (PLY)20:25London Paddington (PAD)£831One-way0 changes
- C0124016:153h10Plymouth station (PLY)19:25London Paddington (PAD)£831One-way0 changes
- C0084418:153h11Plymouth station (PLY)21:26London Paddington (PAD)£831One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 309 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £224 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Plymouth to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to London trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34584 | On time 14:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h14 | 17:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34584+L79448 | On time 14:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h34 | 18:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34584+L79448+ G27482 | On time 14:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h40 | 18:55 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
 G01084+W34588 | On time 14:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h44 | 18:11 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| C42169 | On time 15:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h12 | 18:27 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42169+L79460 | On time 15:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h33 | 19:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| C42169+L79460+G27492 | On time 15:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h39 | 19:54 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
| W34594 | On time 16:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h14 | 19:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34594+L79471+C82469 | On time 16:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h00 | 21:15 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
| W34594+L79471 | On time 16:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h51 | 21:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| C42171 | On time 16:50 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h37 | 20:27 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42171+L79477+C82481 | On time 16:50 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h25 | 22:15 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
| C42171+L79477 | On time 16:50 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h13 | 22:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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| W34564 | 8:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h32 | 11:59 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01236+L79394 | 9:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h40 | 13:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| C01236 | 9:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h12 | 12:26 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01236+L79394+G26419 | 9:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h49 | 14:03 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
| C01237 | 10:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h20 | 13:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01237+L79405 | 10:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h49 | 14:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| C01238 | 11:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h21 | 14:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01238+L79416 | 11:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h51 | 15:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| C01238+L79416+G26433 | 11:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h00 | 16:03 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
| C02513 | 12:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h19 | 15:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02513+L79427 | 12:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h49 | 16:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| C02513+L79427+G26440 | 12:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h58 | 17:03 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
| W35407 | 13:06 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h17 | 16:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35407+L79437 | 13:06 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h48 | 17:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| W35407 | 13:06 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h18 | 16:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35407+L79437+G26447 | 13:06 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h57 | 18:03 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to London
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Trains from Plymouth to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to London trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and London from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Plymouth to London
There’s an average of about 25 trains from Plymouth to London on any given day. Trains on weekdays run more frequently than on weekends. During the week, the first train generally leaves just before 05:00, and the last one leaves around 23:30. On weekends, trains generally run from about 08:00 to 20:00, with a night train available on Sundays. The fastest direct journey is about 3 hours, while indirect journeys with one stop may take around 3h 30min.
Plymouth to London Train Time: Daily Departures
On a weekday, when trains are more frequent, you have about 30 journeys to choose from. Trains from Plymouth to London start departing around 04:40, and there are about two journeys every hour, on average, until about 19:50. There are usually not many trains between 19:50 and 23:50, when the night train departs from Plymouth. On weekends, trains start departing around 08:00, though there are some days with a roughly 06:00 start. There is, on average, one train departing every hour at about 15min past.
How long is the journey by train from Plymouth to London?
The fastest train journey from Plymouth to London takes about 3h. There are numerous direct trips and many of them take around 3h 15min or less. Indirect journeys require a change at intermediate stations, such as Exeter St Davis, and can take roughly 3h 30min or more. Be sure to check how long you have for your changeover; if your first train runs late, you may need to find alternative connections to London.
Lighthouse in Plymouth. Source: Shutterstock
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Plymouth to London?
Departure train station: Plymouth Railway Station will be your departure station from Plymouth. It is about 0.2 miles (0.3 km) or a roughly 5min walk away from University of Plymouth and about 0.7 miles (1.1 km) or around a 6min bus ride away from central locations such as Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP), in Royal Parade. At the station, facilities include cash machines, public Wifi, accessible toilets, baby-changing rooms, as well as parking spaces for cars and bicycles. Plymouth Railway Station is step free, and there are wheelchairs and ramps available for use.
Arrival train station: London Paddington Station will be your arrival station in London. It is located near Hyde Park, in West London, about 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from Royal Albert Hall. Central London attractions like the National Gallery, in Trafalgar Square, are about 2.5 miles (4 km) away, or roughly 16min on the Underground. Paddington Station is open 24h a day, seven days a week, and is served by four Underground lines. It includes facilities such as accessible toilets, baby-changing rooms, showers, free public Wifi, a first-class lounge and several shops and restaurants. Accessibility resources are available, including wheelchairs, mobility scooters and platform ramps. The Heathrow Express leaves from Paddington Station, which takes you to Heathrow Airport in about 15min.
Which train companies travel from Plymouth to London?
The main company operating the Plymouth to London route is Great Western Railway (GWR). GWR runs about 20 journeys daily, including weekends. CrossCountry runs a handful of journeys – around eight a day – but isn’t very active on this route on weekends, and most of its journeys require a change. For quick, direct journeys, keep a lookout for GWR trains.
Night trains Plymouth
There are night trains from Plymouth to London departing after 23:30 on all days apart from Saturday. These are typically direct journeys but can take 5-6 hours, which is 2 hours or so longer than most daytime journeys. If you take the night train, you can expect to arrive in London at about 05:00 the next day.
GWR trains from Plymouth to London
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates about 20 trains every day from Plymouth to London. The fastest GWR journey is direct and takes about 3h. Many journeys are under 3h 15min in duration. Most GWR are direct, but there are some indirect journeys requiring change at stations such as Exeter St Davids, Taunton or Bristol Parkway. During the week, you’ve got about two trains leaving every hour, while on weekends, there’s at least one train running every hour.
CrossCountry trains from Plymouth to London
CrossCountry generally operates the Plymouth to London route only on weekdays. Its departures are typically scheduled at about 30min past the hour, between 07:00 and 19:00. CrossCountry journeys tend to take longer than GWR ones because they require a change, usually at Bristol Parkway. Journeys with CrossCountry last around 3h 45min, and the waiting time at intermediate stations is usually about 10-15min.
Trains from Plymouth to London: Sustainability travel
You can rest assured that travelling by train is a more sustainable choice than, for example, driving or hiring a car. Not only does it involve fewer emissions, but you also have the option to bring your bike on board, or you can park it at Plymouth Station. Once you get to London by train, there’s an extensive network of buses, Underground trains and Overground trains you can use to continue travelling sustainably.
Train Plymouth to London: Services on Board
On GWR trains, the Plymouth to London onboard services include free Wifi, first-class and standard carriages and pre-booked accessibility options like platform assistance, ramp access and wheelchair and mobility scooter storage. In terms of luggage, you can bring a maximum of three pieces, no larger than 12 x 28 x 35 inch (30 x 70 x 90 cm). You can bring a bike on board, but it’s advised to book storage space for it in advance. Up to two pets are welcome; though, they must be on a lead or in a pet carrier, and they cannot enter the dining car unless they’re a certified assistance dog.
How to find cheap train tickets from Plymouth to London?
You can find a bargain for your Plymouth to London train ticket if you keep your date and time flexible. To ensure the lowest price, book well in advance and stay open minded to longer or indirect journeys, as well. Try avoiding commute times and other peak-demand departures for lower prices. There are plenty of options to choose from, with more than 20 daily journeys and two companies operating this route. You can get more ideas for your travels by reading the Omio Window Seat magazine.
man running in London. Source: Shutterstock
To London by train—travel tips
By far one of the most eclectic culture capitals in the world, London enchants visitors with museum exhibitions, theatre shows, historical landmarks and internationally inspired attractions. To get a sense of British medieval history, start with the Tower of London, a World Heritage site and home to the Crown Jewels. You can also visit chambers inside Westminster Parliament and get a sense of Winston Churchill’s World War II operations in the War Rooms at Whitehall. Lovers of international food can head to Chinatown for East Asian restaurants, to Edgware Road for various Middle Eastern cuisines or to one of the many Indian restaurants scattered all around the city. Should you need to escape the city into nature for a few hours, why not head to Richmond Park, Hampstead Heath or Epping Forest for a hike?
- West End, for live theatre
- Natural History Museum
- London Eye
- Greenwich Park and Royal Observatory
- ZSL London Zoo, in Regent’s Park
FAQs: Plymouth to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and London
Most Plymouth to London trains use the Plymouth to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to London leave from?
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.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 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 Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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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