What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Plymouth is to bus via Bristol which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Plymouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Plymouth?

The distance between Gatwick and Plymouth is 242 miles. The road distance is 215.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Plymouth?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Gatwick to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Plymouth bus from?

Gatwick to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Plymouth train from?

Gatwick to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Gatwick to Plymouth bus arrive?

Gatwick to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Plymouth train arrive?

Gatwick to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Plymouth is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Gatwick to Plymouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Plymouth?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 51m
£108–204
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
7h 25m
£23–36
Drive 214 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Plymouthcar 214 mi
4h 5m
£52–76
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
5h 46m
£110–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
8h 25m
£45–108
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 56m
£190–426

Gatwick to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Plymouth via Reading in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Plymouth Coach Station via Bristol Bus Station and Cabot Circus in around 7h 25m.

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