1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Compare prices and tickets Plymouth to Harwich by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Fri
Nov 07
Nov 07
Sat
Nov 08
Nov 08
Sun
Nov 09
Nov 09
Mon
Nov 10
Nov 10
Tue
Nov 11
Nov 11
Wed
Nov 12
Nov 12
Thu
Nov 13
Nov 13
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Harwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth to Harwich run on average 15 times per day, taking around 10h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $310 (€252) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 259 miles (417 km) distance in 8h 39m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 259 miles (417 km) |
Average train duration 10h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $310 (€252) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 05:24 |
Last train 21:32 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: first_great_western from Plymouth to Harwich trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Harwich from $310 (€252). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 39m
Cheapest Price
$307 (€250)
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to Harwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Harwich 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 Harwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Plymouth to Harwich can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $310 (€252), while the average price is around $310 (€252).
The distance by train from Plymouth to Harwich is 259 miles (417 km).
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Harwich is Plymouth station (PLY), which connects to Harwich Town (HWC).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Harwich is by train, with a cost of around $310 (€252).
There is no high speed train available from Plymouth to Harwich.
The first train from Plymouth to Harwich leaves at 5:24 AM.
Two to three days in Harwich is generally sufficient to explore its historical sites, enjoy the scenic coastline, and experience local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Harwich.
The train from Plymouth to Harwich takes 8h 39m and runs 15 per day.
The last train from Plymouth to Harwich leaves at 9:32 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Harwich.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Plymouth to Harwich.
The train journey from Plymouth to Harwich offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque countryside of Devon and along parts of the coastline, providing glimpses of charming villages and natural landscapes.
A day trip from Plymouth to Harwich is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 39m and covers 259 miles (417 km). The frequency is 15 per day for trains.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Harwich
Plymouth
Harwich
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Harwich.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Harwich is Dovercourt. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dovercourt for your journey to Harwich from Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station building
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transit options for Dovercourt
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Harwich Port Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- 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. The National key toilets are only available during the opening hours of the station.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park and on platform
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transit options for Harwich International
- Onward travel information: Plus Bus location
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop (East Dock Road), near sign for Long/Short stay car park. Boat train services depart from behind platform 1
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within station and on forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transit options for Harwich Town
- Onward travel information: Local Bus services from station forecourt
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the front of the station by the bus stop
Most popular train connections from Plymouth
More options for your journey from Plymouth to Harwich
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Harwich and Plymouth
Most popular train connections to Harwich
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
