The cheapest and fastest trains from Bodmin to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
1
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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bodmin for Plymouth on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
1:31 PM0h38Bodmin2:09 PMPlymouth$201One-way0 transfers
1:31 PM0h38Bodmin2:09 PMPlymouth$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bodmin to Plymouth
Omio 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 $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. 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 $11, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m 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 |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin to Plymouth costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 7m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (42m by train vs 1h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $17 (€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.
Live departures
Bodmin to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bodmin to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:31 AM Bodmin | 0h38 | 11:09 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bodmin to Plymouth
Trains from Bodmin to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) 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 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bodmin to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bodmin and Plymouth from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bodmin to Plymouth
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bodmin to Plymouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 10:35 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Station car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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