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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
8 h 12 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
624 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Plymouth on Fri, Jul 24, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 624 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 12 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 8 h 46 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.
8:08 AM8h40Edinburgh4:48 PMPlymouth$951One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM8h12Edinburgh5:12 PMPlymouth$1901One-way0 transfers- 7:00 AM8h13Edinburgh3:13 PMPlymouth$1941One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM8h13Edinburgh4:13 PMPlymouth$1971One-way0 transfers
8:26 AM8h46Edinburgh5:12 PMPlymouth$1971One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM8h12Edinburgh5:12 PMPlymouth$1901One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM8h13Edinburgh4:13 PMPlymouth$1971One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM8h13Edinburgh3:13 PMPlymouth$1941One-way0 transfers
- 8:08 AM8h40Edinburgh4:48 PMPlymouth$951One-way0 transfers
- 8:26 AM8h46Edinburgh5:12 PMPlymouth$1971One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $129.
Distance: 387 miles (624 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$155 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 11m Average total duration 15h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Plymouth:
A bus is $91 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Plymouth costing on average $155 (€155).
A bus is $122 (€122) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Plymouth costing on average $186 (€186).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 15h 41m.
The journey is about 34m faster (8h 15m by train vs 8h 49m by car) and roughly $24 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($155 (€155) vs $179 (€179)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W34124+G01161_G66477 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h59 | 9:51 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
G80067+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34836 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h12 | 9:12 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| G01161_G66477 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h46 | 9:51 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80073+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34842 | On time 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h18 | 10:18 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
| 7:00 AM Edinburgh | 8h13 | 3:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:26 AM Edinburgh | 8h46 | 4:12 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh | 8h13 | 4:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:08 AM Edinburgh | 8h40 | 4:48 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:26 AM Edinburgh | 8h46 | 5:12 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 8h12 | 5:12 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€74) but you can travel from only $39 (€39) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 387 miles (624 km) distance in 8h 11m.
Distance 387 miles (624 km) |
Average train duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€74) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 11m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Great Western Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Great Western Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Plymouth from $39 (€39). 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth
Most Edinburgh to Plymouth trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Dockyard. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Dockyard from Plymouth city centre
Dockyard is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Dockyard train station facilities and services
Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dockyard.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dockyard: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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