What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Central London is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Central London is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Central London. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at London Heathrow Airport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Central London. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Ealing Broadway via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Central London?

The distance between Plymouth and Central London is 232 miles. The road distance is 206.8 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Central London without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Central London?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Plymouth to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Central London bus from?

Plymouth to Central London bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Central London train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Central London?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Central London is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Plymouth to Central London bus arrive?

Plymouth to Central London bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Plymouth to Central London train arrive?

Plymouth to Central London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Central London is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Plymouth to Central London.

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 21916+ hotels available in Central London.

Plymouth to Central London - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Central London by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 40m
£105–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
5h 45m
£32–67
Drive 205.6 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Central Londoncar 205.6 mi
3h 39m
£50–72
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
6h 13m
£181–430
Bus via Market Place Brentford
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
5h 49m
£41–95
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
7h 1m
£258–519
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
7h
£124–247

Plymouth to Central London by train and bus

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Distance: 231.1 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Central London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Heathrow Airport once daily. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 5h 26m.

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