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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Plymouth | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Plymouth | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Plymouth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Plymouth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Plymouth | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Plymouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 23 hours and with fares starting at just £51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £95
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Plymouth by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Gatwick to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Plymouth start from £95. The average price for this train route is around £95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Plymouth?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Plymouth is 5h 2m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 39m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Plymouth?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Plymouth departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Plymouth was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of £99To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Plymouth as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £99 to £168 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £99, which is on 2026-02-01.
