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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
To travel from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34589+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
W4548515:154h29Plymouth station (PLY)19:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£741One-way2 changes- W34593+
C37503+W4548316:154h29Plymouth station (PLY)20:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£741One-way2 changes - G14930+C37596+W4549216:504h54Plymouth station (PLY)21:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£741One-way2 changes
- W34562+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
G264169:154h34Plymouth station (PLY)13:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)£791One-way2 changes - W34559+G26307+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria8:354h50Plymouth station (PLY)13:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£791One-way2 changes
- W34555+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W454306:554h19Plymouth station (PLY)11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1691One-way2 changes
- W34553+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G263925:554h24Plymouth station (PLY)10:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1951One-way2 changes
- W34598+W45392+C3769118:164h28Plymouth station (PLY)22:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£791One-way2 changes
- W34589+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W4548515:154h29Plymouth station (PLY)19:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£741One-way2 changes
- W34593+C37503+W4548316:154h29Plymouth station (PLY)20:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£741One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 292 km
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4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G14921 · G15097 | On time 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h39 | 12:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G14921+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G26409 | On time 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h33 | 12:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W34559 · G15098 | On time 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h50 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| W34559+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G26307 | On time 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h50 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W34562 · G15099 | On time 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h40 | 13:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| W34562+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G26416 | On time 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h34 | 13:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 13:25 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and London Gatwick Airport from £16. 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and London Gatwick Airport
Most Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Plymouth to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and London Gatwick Airport 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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