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Trip Overview

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.

4h 53m
Duration
240 mi
Distance
£119
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plymouth to Gatwick train times

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.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 41m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 50m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 33m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 41m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Plymouth to Gatwick.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 240.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Plymouth to Gatwick Airport via Reading in around 4h 36m.

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