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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Gatwick is to bus via Bristol which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 52m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Gatwick?

The distance between Plymouth and Gatwick is 242 miles. The road distance is 215 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Plymouth to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Gatwick bus from?

Plymouth to Gatwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Gatwick is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Plymouth to Gatwick bus arrive?

Plymouth to Gatwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Gatwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Gatwick?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Plymouth to Gatwick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Plymouth to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
4h 40m
£108–204
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk940
7h 52m
£23–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
6h 24m
£43–100
Drive 213.8 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Gatwickcar 213.8 mi
4h 5m
£52–75
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
6h 8m
£108–229
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus
7h 22m
£189–424

Plymouth to Gatwick by train

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 24m.

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