The average train between Luton and Plymouth takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Luton and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 4:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Luton to Plymouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Luton to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Plymouth station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Luton to Plymouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Plymouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Luton to Plymouth train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Luton and Plymouth is 309.3 km. The road distance is 416 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Plymouth via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 41m.