The average train between Plymouth and Gatwick takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Gatwick. 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 Plymouth and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 5:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 39m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Gatwick? 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 Plymouth to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Gatwick Airport station via Reading station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Plymouth to Gatwick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Gatwick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
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The distance between Plymouth and Gatwick is 292.1 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Gatwick Airport via Reading in around 4h 35m.