Planning a sunny day out or weekend away in Plymouth and want to travel by train? Look no further.
The train from London to Plymouth usually takes 3 hours and 42 minutes, but can take just 2 hours and 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll be travelling direct on this route with Great Western Railway – their trains offer comfortable seating, space for luggage and, on most services, free WiFi.
If you're heading to Plymouth for a day out in the ocean city, or a trip to nearby Dartmoor National Park, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or use a Railcard.
Ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London to Plymouth in our Journey Planner, or keep reading for money-saving tips and FAQs.
*Single Standard Class ticket
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Plymouth is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.