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Edinburgh to Plymouth by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Plymouth by train is 387.99 mi and takes 9 hrs 6 mins. There are 39 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 16:52. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth by train for as little as £100.11 or as much as £324.95. The best price for this journey is £100.11.
| Lowest Price | £100.11 |
| Journey Duration | 9 hrs 6 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo 39 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo £100.11 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo £324.95 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo 05:40 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo 16:52 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo 387.99 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo Plymouth |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo |
Edinburgh to Plymouth Train Times
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Best time to book Edinburgh to Plymouth travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Plymouth
The cheapest Edinburgh - Plymouth train tickets can be found for as low as £29.41 if you’re lucky, or £32.14 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £34.64.
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 London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast and Great Western Railway from Edinburgh to Plymouth
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Plymouth by train.
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Edinburgh to Plymouth CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
43.71kg
Bus
46.83kg
Flight
124.88kg
Car
99.91kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Plymouth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Plymouth are 43.71kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Plymouth? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Plymouth you will save 81.17kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.12kg compared to a bus and 56.2kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth is £233.91. 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 £100.11.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Plymouth is £100.11. 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 Edinburgh and Plymouth by train?
Edinburgh to Plymouth is 387.99 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Plymouth take?
Edinburgh to Plymouth is on average 9 hrs 6 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hrs 28 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Plymouth?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Plymouth is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway and Lumo.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Plymouth?
Edinburgh to Plymouth has 39 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Plymouth leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Plymouth departs at 05:40. 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Plymouth departs at 16:52. 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 Edinburgh 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 £100.11 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth?
There are on average 8 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to Plymouth.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Plymouth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Plymouth is 8 hrs 28 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Plymouth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Plymouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Plymouth by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Plymouth creates 43.71kg of CO2 emissions.