The cheapest and fastest trains from Totnes to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Totnes to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Totnes to Plymouth will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Totnes for Plymouth on Fri, Jun 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 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.
7:14 AM0h26Totnes7:40 AMPlymouth$121One-way0 transfers
7:14 AM0h26Totnes7:40 AMPlymouth$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Totnes to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Totnes to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. 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 $4, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m 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 Totnes to Plymouth:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Totnes to Plymouth costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The journey is about 13m faster (27m by train vs 40m by car) and roughly $0.09 (€0.07) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $9 (€7)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Totnes to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Totnes to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:14 AM Totnes | 0h26 | 8:40 AM Plymouth | 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 Totnes to Plymouth.
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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 Totnes to Plymouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Totnes to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Totnes to Plymouth
Trains from Totnes to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Totnes to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Totnes and Plymouth from $4 (€3). 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 Totnes to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Totnes to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Totnes to Plymouth
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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
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