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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Stanstead is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Stanstead is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Stanway Close via London Heathrow Airport, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Stanstead?

The distance between Plymouth and Stanstead is 296 miles. The road distance is 285.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Plymouth to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Stanstead bus from?

Plymouth to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Stanstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Stanstead is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Plymouth to Stanstead bus arrive?

Plymouth to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Stanstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Stanstead is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Plymouth to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 497+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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There are 4 ways to get from Plymouth to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
7h 6m
£127–228
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk950
11h 25m
£48–76
Drive 284.2 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Stansteadcar 284.2 mi
5h 11m
£72–104
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cambridge Southtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
10h 46m
£160–239

Plymouth to Stanstead by train and bus

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7h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 294.6 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Stanway Close via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Stanway Close via London Heathrow Airport, Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 25m.

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