Plymouth to York train with Cross Country

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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to York

Showing times and prices for Jan 22

Cheapest

$154

Average

$215

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

07:16AM6h16

Plymouth

01:32PMYork

$1541One-way

0 transfers

08:15AM6h17

Plymouth

02:32PMYork

$1861One-way

0 transfers

04:24AM6h06

Plymouth

10:30AMYork

$3051One-way

0 transfers

Plymouth to York train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	07:16AM Plymouth	6h16	01:32PM York	0 transfersDirect
Cross CountryCross Country	04:24AM Plymouth	6h06	10:30AM York	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	08:15AM Plymouth	6h17	02:32PM York	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Plymouth to York

Showing times and prices for Jan 22

Fastest Journey

6 h 6 m

Average

6 h 13 m

Trains per day

Distance

450 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Plymouth for York every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

04:24AM6h06

Plymouth

10:30AMYork

$3051One-way

0 transfers

07:16AM6h16

Plymouth

01:32PMYork

$1541One-way

0 transfers

08:15AM6h17

Plymouth

02:32PMYork

$1861One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to York

Trains from Plymouth to York run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€59) but you can travel from only $30 (€27) by bus.

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 $30 (€27)

Distance

278 miles (449 km)

Average train duration

6h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$65 (€59)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

6h 3m

First train

04:40

Last train

23:54

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $30 (€27)

Train providers: CrossCountry and Great Western Rail from Plymouth to York trains

Buy your official CrossCountry and Great Western Rail train tickets between Plymouth and York from $101 (€91) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Plymouth to York you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Plymouth to York train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 6 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: $129
CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

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.

Train information from Plymouth to York with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 5 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: $101

FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to York

FAQs: Travel by train from Plymouth to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to York.

Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to York can start from as little as $65 (€59) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Plymouth to York is $175 (€158); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Plymouth to York is 6 h 3 min to travel the 278 mile (449 km) long journey, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Plymouth to York leaves at 2: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Plymouth to York leaves at 11: 54PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Plymouth to York which require at least one change with CrossCountry or Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Plymouth to York train with CrossCountry or Great Western Rail. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Plymouth to York as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Plymouth, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at York, located 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Plymouth to York by train is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Plymouth and York including taking a bus, train or flight.

Popular train stations from Plymouth to York

Plymouth

York

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 York.

Plymouth

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

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

Dining

Buffet City
Perillas
Theatre Royal Restaurant
World Peace Cafe

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

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

Hotel