The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£59
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£119
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
5 h 32 m
Trains on 16 Oct
6
Distance
351 km
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 £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34559+
P66414+
C380478:355h32Plymouth station (PLY)14:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£591One-way2 changes
G14902+
P66432+
C376959:155h40Plymouth station (PLY)14:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£791One-way2 changes
V21909+
C37573+
P029258:165h21Plymouth station (PLY)13:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£981One-way2 changes
G00869_G01067+
W35178+
C37612+
P029278:275h28Plymouth station (PLY)13:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£1591One-way3 changes
G01069+
G15045+
C37712+
P664389:275h40Plymouth station (PLY)15:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£1591One-way3 changes
V21909+
C37573+
P029258:165h21Plymouth station (PLY)13:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£981One-way2 changes
G00869_G01067+
W35178+
C37612+
P029278:275h28Plymouth station (PLY)13:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£1591One-way3 changes
W34559+
P66414+
C380478:355h32Plymouth station (PLY)14:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£591One-way2 changes
G14902+
P66432+
C376959:155h40Plymouth station (PLY)14:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£791One-way2 changes
G01069+
G15045+
C37712+
P664389:275h40Plymouth station (PLY)15:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£1591One-way3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 12:06. The fastest train covers the 351 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 7:27 |
Last train 12:06 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Plymouth to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
V21909+ C37573+ P02925 | 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h21 | 13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G00869_G01067+ W35178+ C37612+ P02927 | 8:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h28 | 13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W34559+ C38047+ P66414 | 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h32 | 14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G14902+ C37695+ P66432 | 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h40 | 14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G01069+ G15045+ C37712+ P66438 | 9:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h40 | 15:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
G15203+ G00865+ W35182+ C38126 | 9:42 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h41 | 15:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Plymouth and London Stansted Airport from £30. 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 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and London Stansted Airport
Most Plymouth to London Stansted Airport trains use the Plymouth to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and London Stansted 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.
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