The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Plymouth will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chesterfield for Plymouth on Wed, Nov 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chesterfield to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€175 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chesterfield to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:43 AM Chesterfield | 5h04 | 9:47 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:06 AM Chesterfield | 4h43 | 11:49 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Plymouth
Trains from Chesterfield to Plymouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€75) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€75) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 20:12 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Chesterfield to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Chesterfield and Plymouth from $40 (€32). 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 Chesterfield to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield to Plymouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the 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
- 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
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