London to Plymouth Train
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London to Plymouth by train
The journey from London to Plymouth by train is 193.38 mi and takes 4 hrs 2 mins. There are 50 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:23 and the last at 23:46. It is possible to travel from London to Plymouth by train for as little as £71.24 or as much as £158.19. The best price for this journey is £71.24.
| Lowest Price | £71.24 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 2 mins |
| Connection per Day | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway 50 |
| Lowest Price | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway £71.24 |
| Highest Price | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway £158.19 |
| First Departure | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway 05:23 |
| Last Departure | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway 23:46 |
| Distance | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway 193.38 mi |
| Departure | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway London |
| Arrival | Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway Plymouth |
| Carriers | Great Western Railway, Southern Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry, South 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, Southern and South Western Railway from London to Plymouth
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Plymouth by train.
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London to Plymouth CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
21.78kg
Bus
23.34kg
Flight
62.24kg
Car
49.79kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Plymouth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Plymouth are 21.78kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Plymouth? By taking the train between London and Plymouth you will save 40.46kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.56kg compared to a bus and 28.01kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Plymouth?
A train ticket from London to Plymouth is £103.47. 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 £71.24.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Plymouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Plymouth is £71.24. 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 London and Plymouth by train?
London to Plymouth is 193.38 mi.
How long does the train between London and Plymouth take?
London to Plymouth is on average 4 hrs 2 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Plymouth?
The train journey from London to Plymouth is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Great Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry and South Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from London to Plymouth?
London to Plymouth has 50 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Plymouth leave?
The earliest train from London to Plymouth departs at 05:23. 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 London to Plymouth depart?
The latest train from London to Plymouth departs at 23:46. 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 London 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 £71.24 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 London to Plymouth?
There are on average 19 direct connection(s) from London to go to Plymouth.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Plymouth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Plymouth is 3 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Plymouth?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Plymouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Plymouth by train?
The train journey from London to Plymouth creates 21.78kg of CO2 emissions.