The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Grimsby
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
7 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Grimsby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Grimsby will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Grimsby on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 451 km distance in an average of 7 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 21 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 21 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 Plymouth to Grimsby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €158.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€163 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest |
8h 1m Average total duration Fastest 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth to Grimsby train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Grimsby trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:27 PM Plymouth | 7h21 | 10:48 PM Grimsby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Grimsby
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $194 (€158) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 13m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 23:54 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Plymouth to Grimsby start from as low as $194 (€158) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $199 (€163) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth to Grimsby trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Grimsby from $45 (€37). 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 Plymouth to Grimsby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Grimsby
- 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
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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