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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Totnes
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Totnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Totnes will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Plymouth for Totnes on Thu, May 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
7:27 AM0h25Plymouth7:52 AMTotnes$51One-way0 transfers
7:16 AM0h26Plymouth7:42 AMTotnes$111One-way0 transfers- 8:27 AM0h25Plymouth8:52 AMTotnes$121One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM0h25Plymouth8:52 AMTotnes$121One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM0h25Plymouth7:52 AMTotnes$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:16 AM0h26Plymouth7:42 AMTotnes$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plymouth to Totnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Totnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Totnes:
A train is $0.10 (€0.08) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plymouth to Totnes costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Totnes take longer:
Bus takes on average 45m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (26m by train vs 44m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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 Cross Country, 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
Plymouth to Totnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Totnes trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:27 AM Plymouth | 0h25 | 7:52 AM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:27 AM Plymouth | 0h25 | 8:52 AM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Totnes.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Totnes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Totnes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Totnes
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Trains from Plymouth to Totnes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Totnes trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Totnes from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to Totnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Totnes 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 Totnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Totnes
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is pay & display, with a fee of £5.
- Signal Box Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Royal Seven Stars Hotel
- The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast
- The Steam Packet Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms accessible via footbridge with lifts
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available outside the station
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