4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dover to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dover to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Plymouth will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 3 trains that leave Dover for Plymouth on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 392 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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 bus, train, and flight for Dover to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 243 miles (392 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€126 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €159 Average price |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dover to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:52 AM Dover | 5h20 | 4:12 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 8:48 AM Dover | 5h07 | 1:55 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 AM Dover | 5h28 | 3:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dover to Plymouth
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Trains from Dover to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 243 miles (392 km) distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 243 miles (392 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Dover to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Dover and Plymouth from $35 (€29). 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 Dover to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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 Dover to Plymouth
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:15 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- 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 to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: At the front of the station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: There are waiting facilities on all platforms. Only available when staff present. Heated waiting room only on platform 1.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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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