The cheapest and fastest trains from Newbury to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$200
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newbury to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newbury to Plymouth will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $200.
Of the 5 trains that leave Newbury for Plymouth on Sat, Nov 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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 and bus for Newbury to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€58 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Newbury to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Newbury to Plymouth trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:42 AM Newbury | 3h05 | 10:47 AM Plymouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:16 AM Newbury | 2h57 | 2:13 PM Plymouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:16 PM Newbury | 2h56 | 4:12 PM Plymouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:16 PM Newbury | 3h02 | 6:18 PM Plymouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Newbury | 2h56 | 8:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newbury to Plymouth
Trains from Newbury to Plymouth run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 21:44 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newbury to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newbury and Plymouth from $34 (€28). 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 Newbury to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newbury 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 Newbury to Plymouth
- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:20 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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- 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 liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- 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 Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station by Platform 2
- 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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