The average train between Plymouth and Luton takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. 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.
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.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Luton. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Luton station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Plymouth to Luton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Luton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Luton station.
Book your Plymouth to Luton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Plymouth and Luton is 309.3 km. The road distance is 416 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Luton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 4h 11m.