- Must visit
The Box
Plymouth’s main museum, gallery, and archive. It covers local art, natural history, and maritime stories in an impressive contemporary cultural hub.
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bodmin to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bodmin to Plymouth will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 11 trains that leave Bodmin for Plymouth on Thu, Aug 13, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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C48438Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bodmin to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bodmin to Plymouth:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin to Plymouth costing on average €16.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 8m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (40m by train vs 1h 0m by car). Tickets start at around €16 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bodmin to Plymouth trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C48445 | On time 6:32 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h46 | 7:18 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14914 | Delayed 6:26 PM 7:08 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h38 | 7:02 PM 7:02 PMPlymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66829 | Delayed 6:31 PM 7:25 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h37 | 7:05 PM 7:05 PMPlymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
W34562 | 8:26 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h42 | 9:08 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15203 | 8:58 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h40 | 9:38 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34566 | 9:31 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h40 | 10:11 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15204 | 10:07 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h42 | 10:49 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34572 | 10:31 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h38 | 11:09 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C48438 | 11:06 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h40 | 11:46 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34577 | 11:36 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h36 | 12:12 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15205 | 12:05 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h43 | 12:48 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14925 | 12:21 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h41 | 1:02 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01082 | 12:31 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h39 | 1:10 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C48440 | 1:06 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h46 | 1:52 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bodmin to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
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Discover the best of Plymouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plymouth trip today.
Plymouth’s main museum, gallery, and archive. It covers local art, natural history, and maritime stories in an impressive contemporary cultural hub.
Interactive aquarium on the waterfront with ocean habitats, conservation displays, and a huge tank. A popular family attraction with strong educational value.
Tudor merchant’s residence in the Barbican, furnished to evoke historic domestic life. A compact museum ideal for understanding old Plymouth society.
Large waterfront parkland with sea views, monuments, and lawns. It is Plymouth’s classic promenade and a prime place to start exploring the city.
Historic harbourside quarter of cobbled lanes, old buildings, galleries, and maritime atmosphere. It is among Plymouth’s most characterful walking areas.
Broad city-centre avenue rebuilt after the Second World War. Shops, civic buildings, and public art make it useful for understanding modern Plymouth.
A classic Devon cream tea of scones, jam and clotted cream. In Devon, the cream goes on before the jam, making it a proud local ritual.
A traditional South West pasty with beef, potato, swede and onion in pastry. Common across Devon and Cornwall and a familiar local grab-and-go meal.
Fresh fish landed from Plymouth's historic fishing port, often grilled or battered. The city's waterfront location makes local seafood a signature choice.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and a special occasion atmosphere near Plymouth Hoe.
Long-established market café famous for generous breakfasts, sandwiches and casual local dining in Plymouth Market.
Historic waterside pub in the Barbican serving seafood, local ales and hearty British dishes in a traditional, characterful setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than London, while dining and local buses are fairly priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Plymouth Railway Station -> Plymouth City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bodmin to Plymouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bodmin to Plymouth trains use the Bodmin Parkway to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Bodmin and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bodmin Parkway is 4 km from Bodmin city centre. Public transport options include:
Bodmin Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Bodmin Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Bodmin Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bodmin Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Bodmin Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bodmin Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Dockyard is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dockyard.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dockyard: Parking.
Available at Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dockyard: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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