Cardiff to Plymouth Train
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Cardiff to Plymouth by train
The journey from Cardiff to Plymouth by train is 87.42 mi and takes 4 hrs 1 min. There are 52 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:54 and the last at 20:30. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Plymouth by train for as little as £79.66 or as much as £96.36. The best price for this journey is £79.66.
| Lowest Price | £79.66 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 1 min |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 52 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £79.66 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £96.36 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 05:54 |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 20:30 |
| Distance | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 87.42 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Cardiff |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Plymouth |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
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Find the best day to travel to Plymouth by train
When travelling to Plymouth by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Great Western Railway from Cardiff to Plymouth
Compare services on board when travelling from Cardiff to Plymouth by train.
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Cardiff to Plymouth CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
9.85kg
Bus
10.55kg
Flight
28.14kg
Car
22.51kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cardiff to Plymouth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cardiff and Plymouth are 9.85kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cardiff and Plymouth? By taking the train between Cardiff and Plymouth you will save 18.29kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.7kg compared to a bus and 12.66kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth?
A train ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth is £95.22. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £79.66.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Plymouth is £79.66. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Plymouth by train?
Cardiff to Plymouth is 87.42 mi.
How long does the train between Cardiff and Plymouth take?
Cardiff to Plymouth is on average 4 hrs 1 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 11 mins.
Which companies operate from Cardiff to Plymouth?
The train journey from Cardiff to Plymouth is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Cardiff to Plymouth?
Cardiff to Plymouth has 52 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cardiff to Plymouth leave?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Plymouth departs at 05:54. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cardiff to Plymouth depart?
The latest train from Cardiff to Plymouth departs at 20:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £79.66 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Cardiff to Plymouth?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Cardiff to go to Plymouth.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Plymouth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cardiff and Plymouth is 3 hrs 11 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Plymouth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Plymouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Plymouth by train?
The train journey from Cardiff to Plymouth creates 9.85kg of CO2 emissions.