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Plymouth to Luton trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Plymouth and Luton takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Luton. 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 33m
Duration
259 mi
Distance
£133
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plymouth to Luton train times

Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Luton. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Luton at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 29m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Luton? 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 Luton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 258.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Luton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 4h 11m.

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