Plymouth to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 02 Jun

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£106

Fastest journey

4 h 42 m

Average duration

4 h 46 m

Trains per day

21

Distance

351 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

To travel from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Western RailwayG14916+Greater AngliaP02908
    23:567h11
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    7:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £541One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG14930+Elizabeth lineC37596+Greater AngliaP66252
    16:505h17
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    22:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £691One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34593+Elizabeth lineC37503+Greater AngliaP66208
    16:154h52
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    21:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £691One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34589+Elizabeth lineC37401+Greater AngliaP66148
    15:154h44
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    19:59Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £691One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34562+Elizabeth lineC38030+Greater AngliaP66414
    9:154h52
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    14:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £791One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £19.

Distance: 351 km

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Coach
Flight

£77

Average Price

£51

Average Price

Cheapest

£80

Average Price

4h 55m

Average total duration

4h 25m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 37m

Average total duration

7h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Plymouth to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34552+Elizabeth lineC38102+Greater AngliaP662724:54 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h15
10:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34553+Elizabeth lineC37753+Greater AngliaP662945:55 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h42
10:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34555+Elizabeth lineC37388+Greater AngliaP029236:55 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h42
11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14921+Elizabeth lineC37950+Greater AngliaP663908:16 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h51
13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34559+Elizabeth lineC38005+Greater AngliaP029258:35 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h02
13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34562+Elizabeth lineC38030+Greater AngliaP664149:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h52
14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34566+Elizabeth lineC38105+Greater AngliaP6643810:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h52
15:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01073+Great Western RailwayG14922+Elizabeth lineC37790+Greater AngliaP0292910:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h28
15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34572+Elizabeth lineC38175+Greater AngliaP0293111:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h52
16:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34577+Elizabeth lineC37877+Greater AngliaP6648512:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h55
17:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01080+Great Western RailwayG14923+Elizabeth lineC37555+Greater AngliaP6605012:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h33
18:00 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14925+Elizabeth lineC37585+Greater AngliaP0290213:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h55
18:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01082+Great Western RailwayW34582+Elizabeth lineC38071+Greater AngliaP6609013:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h15
18:42 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34583+Elizabeth lineC37732+Greater AngliaP6611214:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h55
19:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01083+Great Western RailwayG14926+Elizabeth lineC38183+Greater AngliaP6613614:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h15
19:42 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34589+Elizabeth lineC37401+Greater AngliaP6614815:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h44
19:59 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34593+Elizabeth lineC37503+Greater AngliaP6620816:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h52
21:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14930+Elizabeth lineC37596+Greater AngliaP6625216:50 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h17
22:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34598+Elizabeth lineC37691+Greater AngliaP6629718:16 Plymouth station (PLY)
4h51
23:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15208 · W34601+Elizabeth lineC38159+Greater AngliaP6634118:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
5h21
0:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14916+Greater AngliaP0290823:56 Plymouth station (PLY)
7h11
7:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 07:14, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 351 km distance in 4h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Distance
351 km
Average train duration
4h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 52m
First train
7:14
Last train
23:20
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and London Stansted Airport from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 52m
Cheapest Price
£42
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 21m
Cheapest Price
£216
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 351 km and takes approximately 4h 52m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport is 351 km.
The first train from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport leaves at 7:14.
The last train from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport departs at 23:20.
Trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport is by flight, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport offers a mix of scenic views, especially in the early stages, with picturesque countryside and coastal stretches, particularly as the train travels through Devon and parts of Somerset, before moving into less scenic urban areas closer to London.
A day trip from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 52m. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this route. The distance is 351 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and London Stansted Airport

Plymouth
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Devonport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
DockyardParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Public transport options for Dockyard
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street

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