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Overview: Train from Plymouth to London

distanceDistance191 miles (308 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 10 min
priceAverage train ticket price£61 (€68)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 12 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesGreat Western Railway

Trains from Plymouth to London cover the 191 miles (308 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 10 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £61, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £55. Travellers depart most frequently from Plymouth and arrive in London Victoria.

Trains from Plymouth to London

Plymouth and London are served by train services that depart approximately every one and a half hours and more frequently at peak times. This trip is operated by Great Western Railway and travel time can be as short as 3 hours, although trains that involve a stopover at Bristol Parkway take one hour longer. There are 20 daily trains covering this route, starting at 5:09 a.m. The last train departs Plymouth at 11:54 p.m. This is an overnight train that takes approximately 5 hours to reach London and sleeper service is available.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Plymouth to London?


Departure Station: Plymouth Railway Station, located some 600 metres north of the city centre and the bus station, 1.5 miles from the harbour, and a 7-minute drive from the ferry terminal.

Arrival Station: London Paddington, situated on the western side of central London between Hyde Park and Regent's Park. The station has underground links to Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square, is about a mile from the shopping area of Oxford Street, and is also a stopping point for the Heathrow Express.

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Trains from Plymouth to London
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FAQs
How much do cheap trains between Plymouth and London cost?
If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find a cheap train from Plymouth to London for as little as £55  in the next 7 days.
How much does the train from Plymouth to London cost on average?
If you’re looking to purchase your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Plymouth to London train price to come in at an average of £61  one way.
How far is it from Plymouth to London by train?
When travelling this route you should expect the distance from Plymouth to London via train to be approximately 191 miles (308 km).
How long does it take from Plymouth to London by train?
The Plymouth to London train duration is on average 3 h 10 min, which is to be expected when travelling 191 miles (308 km) between Plymouth and London. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays.
Which train station in Plymouth goes to London? Which train station do I come into London from Plymouth?

Omio customers book a train from Plymouth   to London Victoria   most frequently for this route.

Where is the train station in Plymouth? Where is the train station in London?

Passengers board the train most frequently from Plymouth, which is located around 0.5 miles (754 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Victoria, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

Which train companies can take me to London from Plymouth?
Take the Plymouth to London train with Great Western Railway. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Plymouth and London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
How many trains per day are there to London from Plymouth?
The average number of trains departing Plymouth for London is 12 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
How early should I purchase Plymouth to London train tickets to get the best deals?
If you buy a train ticket between Plymouth and London within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £61 one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets to London from Plymouth are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Plymouth
London
The major railway station for departures from Plymouth is Plymouth. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to London.