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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
7
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 £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 7 trains that leave Plymouth for London Stansted Airport every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 351 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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.
9:276h03Plymouth15:30London Stansted Airport£641One-way0 changes- 7:145h23Plymouth12:37London Stansted Airport£711One-way0 changes
8:275h28Plymouth13:55London Stansted Airport£721One-way0 changes- 8:144h53Plymouth13:07London Stansted Airport£761One-way0 changes
- 9:556h05Plymouth16:00London Stansted Airport£771One-way0 changes
- 8:144h53Plymouth13:07London Stansted Airport£761One-way0 changes
- 8:565h13Plymouth14:09London Stansted Airport£771One-way0 changes
- 7:145h23Plymouth12:37London Stansted Airport£711One-way0 changes
- 8:275h28Plymouth13:55London Stansted Airport£721One-way0 changes
- 9:145h36Plymouth14:50London Stansted Airport£771One-way0 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 £28. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 351 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£76 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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 today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34559+ P02925+ C38005 | On time 8:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h02 | 13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W34562+P66414+C38030 | On time 9:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h52 | 14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W34566+P66438+C38105 | On time 10:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h52 | 15:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G14922+P02929+G01073+C37790 | Delayed 11:07 10:27Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h28 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| W34572+P02931+C38175 | On time 11:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4h52 | 16:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| 7:14 Plymouth | 5h23 | 12:37 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 £41 but you can travel from only £18 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.
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 7:14 |
Last train 23:20 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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 £18. 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.
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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