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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 on Oct 22
$105
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$145
Fastest journey on Oct 22
8 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
8 h 25 m
Trains on Oct 22
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 $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 6 trains from Edinburgh to Plymouth, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 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 Thu, Oct 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 42 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.
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W29884Trains from Edinburgh to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€75) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) 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 7h 33m.
Distance 387 miles (624 km) |
Average train duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€75) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G08180+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34809 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h13 | 4:13 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
W29873 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h40 | 4:48 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08186+ W34814+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h12 | 5:12 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
G01148 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h42 | 5:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80049+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34819 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h17 | 6:17 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 transfers | |
W29884 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h42 | 6:47 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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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.

Most Edinburgh to Plymouth trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. 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.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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.
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