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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Paris
Showing times and prices for Jun 05
Cheapest price
$246
Average price
$329
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
497 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Paris will cost around $329 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $246.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Plymouth to Paris without transferring at least 2 times.
G14925+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
90501:15 PM8h14Plymouth station (PLY)10:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2461One-way2 transfers- G14925+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+90541:15 PM9h14Plymouth station (PLY)11:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2461One-way2 transfers
- W34559+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+90468:35 AM11h54Plymouth station (PLY)9:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2481One-way2 transfers
- W34572+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+904611:15 AM9h14Plymouth station (PLY)9:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2551One-way2 transfers
- W34577+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+904612:15 PM8h14Plymouth station (PLY)9:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2551One-way2 transfers
- W34577+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+904612:15 PM8h09Plymouth station (PLY)9:24 PMParis Gare du Nord$3561One-way2 transfers
- G14925+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+90501:15 PM8h11Plymouth station (PLY)10:26 PMParis Gare du Nord$3351One-way2 transfers
- G14925+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+90501:15 PM8h14Plymouth station (PLY)10:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2461One-way2 transfers
- W34577+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+904612:15 PM8h14Plymouth station (PLY)9:29 PMParis Gare du Nord$2551One-way2 transfers
- W34566+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+903810:15 AM8h15Plymouth station (PLY)7:30 PMParis Gare du Nord$3561One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Plymouth to Paris
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 15h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $201.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$89 Average price Cheapest | $310 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 10m Average total duration Fastest 15h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 37m Average total duration 21h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to Paris is a bus with an average price of $89 (€72).
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Paris:
A bus is $221 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plymouth to Paris costing on average $310 (€250).
The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to Paris is by train with an average journey time of 5h 59m.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 40m.
Flight takes on average 21h 37m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Plymouth and Paris including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Plymouth to Paris among Omio's users.
Live departures
Plymouth to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Paris trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34562+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9052 | On time 9:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 12h44 | 10:59 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34562+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9054 | On time 9:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 13h09 | 11:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34562+9046+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 9:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h09 | 9:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34562+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9044 | On time 9:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h45 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34562+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9050 | On time 9:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 12h11 | 10:26 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34566+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9046 | On time 10:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h09 | 9:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34566+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9044 | On time 10:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 9h45 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34566+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9052 | On time 10:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h44 | 10:59 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34566+9050+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 10:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h11 | 10:26 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34566+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9054 | On time 10:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 12h09 | 11:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34572+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9052 | On time 11:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h44 | 10:59 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34572+9044+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 11:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 8h45 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34572+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9050 | On time 11:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h11 | 10:26 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34572+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9046 | On time 11:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 9h09 | 9:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34572+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9054 | On time 11:15 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h09 | 11:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34577+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9046 | On time 12:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 8h09 | 9:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34577+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9050 | On time 12:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 9h11 | 10:26 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34577+9052+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 12:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 9h44 | 10:59 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34577+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9054 | On time 12:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h09 | 11:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14925+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9054 | On time 1:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 9h09 | 11:24 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14925+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9052 | On time 1:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 8h44 | 10:59 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14925+9050+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 1:15 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 8h11 | 10:26 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
| W34555+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9040 | 6:55 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 12h05 | 8:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34555+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9046 | 6:55 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 13h34 | 9:29 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34555+9038+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 6:55 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h35 | 7:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34555+9044+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 6:55 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 13h05 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14921+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9046 | 8:16 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 12h13 | 9:29 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14921+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9044 | 8:16 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h44 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14921+9038+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 8:16 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h14 | 7:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| G14921+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9040 | 8:16 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h44 | 8:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34559+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9046 | 8:35 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h54 | 9:29 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34559+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9038 | 8:35 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 9h55 | 7:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34559+9044+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 8:35 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 11h25 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
| W34559+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+9040 | 8:35 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 10h25 | 8:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Paris
United Kingdom
France
Take a train from Plymouth to Paris and enjoy the approximately 308 miles (497 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 21:12.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $59 (€47)
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $59 (€47)
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth to Paris trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth and Paris from $59 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Paris
Things to do in Paris
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
- Must visit
Musée d'Orsay
A landmark museum in a former railway station, celebrated for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections including Monet, Degas, and Van Gogh.
- Recommended
Centre Pompidou
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, known for its bold inside-out architecture and major international exhibitions.
- Must visit
Montmartre
A historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists’ heritage, stairways, and some of the city’s most photographed viewpoints.
- Must visit
Le Marais
One of Paris’s most characterful neighborhoods, blending elegant architecture, boutiques, small museums, and lively streets ideal for walking.
- Must visit
Champs-Élysées
The city’s famous grand avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best known for monumental urban scenery.
- Vegetarian
Croissant
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a staple of Parisian breakfasts and bakery culture.
- Vegetarian
Soupe À L'Oignon
Classic French onion soup from Paris, made with caramelized onions, broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese.
- Gluten-free
Steak Frites
A beloved Paris bistro classic of seared steak served with fries, prized for its simple, satisfying format.
Chez L'Ami Jean
Well-known Basque-influenced bistro celebrated for hearty French cuisine and an energetic dining room.
Breizh Café
Popular crêperie specializing in high-quality Breton galettes and cider in a stylish casual atmosphere.
Le Relais De L'Entrecôte
Famous Paris institution known for steak-frites with its signature sauce and bustling, no-choice formula.
Euro
Paris is expensive by European standards, especially for hotels and dining. Bakeries, set lunches, and transit help keep daily costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 10-18 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- EUR 25-45 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 80+ per person, often much more at top venues.
- Coffee
- EUR 2.50-5 for an espresso or café crème.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés and bars.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 2.15
- Day pass
- EUR 12.00
To the city center
Paris Gare du Nord -> Chatelet Les Halles, Paris
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use the Bonjour RATP app for live routes, disruptions, and ticket information across Metro, RER, bus, and tram services.
- On buses, card payment is generally not available onboard for regular fares, so buy tickets in advance or use a contactless ticket option in the app.
FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The first train from Plymouth to Paris leaves at 6:20 AM.
The distance by train from Plymouth to Paris is 308 miles (497 km).
The last train from Plymouth to Paris leaves at 9:12 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Plymouth to Paris.
There is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Paris.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Plymouth to Paris.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Paris is by bus, with a cost of around $59 (€47).
The train journey from Plymouth to Paris offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the English countryside and the picturesque French countryside as you approach Paris. However, much of the journey involves high-speed rail, which may limit the opportunity to fully appreciate the scenery.
In Paris, you can explore Montmartre, known for its bohemian vibe and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, or enjoy a Seine River Cruise for unique views of the city's landmarks. Discover the lively Latin Quarter and the trendy Marais district with its boutiques and cafes. Don't miss a show at the Moulin Rouge for an extravagant cabaret experience. For sightseeing, visit the iconic Eiffel Tower, the expansive Louvre Museum, the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Arc de Triomphe, each offering a glimpse into Paris's rich heritage.
Typically, 3 to 5 days in Paris is sufficient to explore major attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Montmartre, and enjoy local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Paris.
Paris is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Paris include Beauvais, Rouen, Reims, Tours, Orléans.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Plymouth to Paris among Omio's users.
Currently, UK citizens do not need a visa for short stays (up to 90 days in a 180-day period) for tourism or business in the Schengen Area. However, the new ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is scheduled to launch in late 2026. Once active, this digital travel authorization will be a mandatory pre-travel requirement for all UK passport holders.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Paris, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like metro stations, tourist attractions, and popular shopping streets. Common scams include distraction techniques, such as people asking for signatures on petitions or offering friendship bracelets, which can lead to theft. It's also advisable to be wary of unofficial taxi drivers and avoid unlicensed cabs to prevent overcharging. Staying alert in busy places and safeguarding personal belongings helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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