- 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 on Oct 17
CHF 23
Average ticket price on Oct 17
CHF 52
Fastest journey on Oct 17
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Oct 17
2 h 1 m
Trains on Oct 17
14
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Plymouth will cost around CHF 52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 23.
On Sat, Oct 17, we found 14 trains from Bristol to Plymouth, including 11 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 17 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Sat, Oct 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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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K01058Trains from Bristol to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF 13 but you can travel from only CHF 6 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Plymouth trains for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G15183 · W34773 | On time 11:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h22 | 5:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, October 17 | |||||
C47820 · C42649 | 5:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 8:32 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
G00670 | 6:34 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h06 | 8:40 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34778 | 7:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h59 | 9:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01063 | 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 10:47 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42436 · C42425 | 8:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h39 | 11:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
K01062 | 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 11:48 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01061 | 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 12:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01060 | 11:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 1:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42188 · C42216 | 12:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h05 | 2:12 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
K01059 | 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 2:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01058 | 1:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 3:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01057 | 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 4:48 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01056 | 3:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 5:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
K01055 | 4:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 6:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Plymouth trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Keyham. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redland: Parking.
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Keyham is 3 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Keyham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keyham: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Keyham: Bike Parking.
St Budeaux Ferry Road is 4 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
St Budeaux Ferry Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St Budeaux Ferry Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Parking.
Available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access, however both platforms can only be accessed via steep ramps with limited handrails for support. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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