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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newbury to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
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 $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newbury for Plymouth on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
10:16 AM2h57Newbury1:13 PMPlymouth$721One-way0 transfers- 1:16 PM3h19Newbury4:35 PMPlymouth$871One-way0 transfers
- 10:16 AM2h57Newbury1:13 PMPlymouth$721One-way0 transfers
- 1:16 PM3h19Newbury4:35 PMPlymouth$871One-way0 transfers
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 $23. 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 $23, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newbury to Plymouth:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Plymouth costing on average $81 (€66).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $59 (€48) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Newbury to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Newbury to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:16 AM Newbury | 2h57 | 1:13 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:16 PM Newbury | 3h19 | 4:35 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newbury to Plymouth
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Trains from Newbury to Plymouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newbury to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newbury and Plymouth from $23 (€19). 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
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 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
- Mio Fiore
- 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
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ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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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