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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) 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 station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Of the 2 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 292 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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 London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 292 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h50 | 13:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h34 | 13:49 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 14:27. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 08:14 |
Last train 14:27 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and London Gatwick Airport
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- 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
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