
Trains from London to Plymouth







How long does the journey from London to Plymouth take by train?
The journey between London and Plymouth by train usually takes 4 h 21 min to cover a distance of 193.2 mi. The shortest journey from London to Plymouth will take you 2 h 57 min. Remember, as always, that this time does not include any delays that might occur due to weather conditions, construction, or unexpected diversions and disruptions. If arriving in Plymouth quickly is a priority for you, look for express or non-stop services. You may also find that a connecting route reaches your destination faster than some direct journeys. Virail will allow you to explore all your options and come to a decision that suits your needs.
At what time of the day can I travel from London to Plymouth?
If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from London to Plymouth leaving at 08:00. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 22:50.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.
Which stations are used when traveling from London to Plymouth?
You can depart from London at stations such as London Paddington [ PAD ], London Paddington, London Waterloo, Vauxhall and London Blackfriars. At the end of the journey, you will be able to arrive in Plymouth at the following stations: Plymouth [ PLY ] and Plymouth. Some of these stations may only be served by particular travel providers. Because of this, there may not be a direct connection between all the stations in London and Plymouth. Plan your journey carefully, as it may be necessary to make another connection before departure or after arrival.
How many times a day do journeys run from London to Plymouth?
The route from London to Plymouth is served by providers including Nationalrail and Great Western Railway. From this list of transport providers, there are up to 68 departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from London 49 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from London to Plymouth, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 15 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 34 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors.