- 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
kr140
Average price
kr161
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Camborne to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Camborne to Plymouth will cost around kr161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr140.
Of the 3 trains that leave Camborne for Plymouth on Fri, Aug 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Camborne to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr113. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr113, and a train costs an average of kr79.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr198 Average price | kr139 Average price Cheapest | kr235 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Camborne to Plymouth:
A bus is kr58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Camborne to Plymouth costing on average kr198.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
Tickets start at around kr198 compared to roughly kr235 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr37. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Camborne to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:34 PM Camborne | 1h28 | 7:02 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Camborne to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr79 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price kr79 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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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 Camborne 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 Camborne to Plymouth trains use the Camborne to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Camborne and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Camborne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Camborne.
Wi-Fi is available at Camborne.
Ticket office support is available at Camborne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Camborne: Parking, WC.
Available at Camborne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Camborne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, step free access between platforms is via a level crossing. 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: 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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