Cardiff to Plymouth train
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Plymouth
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Train schedule from Cardiff to Plymouth
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Fastest train times from Cardiff to Plymouth
Fastest Journey
3 h 32 m
Average
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
141 km
Of the 4 trains that leave Cardiff for Plymouth every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Plymouth
 | Distance | 87 miles (140 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 26 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $70 (€62) |
 | Train frequency | 16 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Great Western Railway or Cross Country |
Trains from Cardiff to Plymouth cover the 87 miles (140 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 26 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway or Cross Country. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $66 (€58), but the average price of train tickets is $70 (€62). Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Plymouth.
Train providers: CrossCountry from Cardiff to Plymouth trains
CrossCountry trains will get you to Plymouth from Cardiff from $66 (€58). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Cardiff to Plymouth you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Find the perfect CrossCountry train to Plymouth from Cardiff for a smooth and relaxing journey. Omio makes it convenient for you to check the latest CrossCountry train schedules and compare the cheapest, fastest or earliest train to Plymouth from Cardiff. You can also check relevant travel information for the CrossCountry train, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard, depending on the class fare you choose. Once you find the ideal route, book your cheap CrossCountry train tickets online. You can expect to travel around 87 miles (140 km) on this journey and your CrossCountry Cardiff to Plymouth train ticket can cost as little as $66 (€58) one-way if you book in advance. When you search for CrossCountry tickets between Cardiff and Plymouth in the Omio app, you can quickly see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless. Buy your official CrossCountry train tickets online quickly and easily on Omio and enjoy the travel experience!
CrossCountry from Cardiff to Plymouth train information:
- Average Duration: 3 h 10 min
- Average Price: $66
- CrossCountry frequency: 5 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Cardiff to Plymouth
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Plymouth.
Passengers booking this journey most frequently board their trains from Cardiff Central and need to travel around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the city center to get to this train station.
Passengers arriving in Plymouth most often arrive at Plymouth and need to travel around 1 mile (1.6 km) from this train station to the city center.
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Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
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