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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Of the 5 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for London Heathrow Airport every day 5 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 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 27 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 coach, train and flight for Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £148.
Distance: 286 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£87 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £326 Average Price |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:55 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h35 | 04:30 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
| 06:45 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h27 | 13:12 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h50 | 11:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h16 | 11:51 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h44 | 11:59 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and London Heathrow Airport from £15. 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 Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and London Heathrow Airport
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WC
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- 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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