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Compare bus and train for Winchester to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, and a train costs an average of $135.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $98 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Winchester to Plymouth:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Winchester to Plymouth costing on average $135 (€111).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 40m.
Tickets start at around $135 (€111) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-78.25 (€-64.39). The journey takes 3h 30m versus 3h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Winchester to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Winchester to Plymouth trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 3:31 PM Winchester | 3h50 | 7:21 PM Plymouth | 1 transfer | |
| 3:52 PM Winchester | 4h23 | 8:15 PM Plymouth | 2 transfers | |
| 4:32 PM Winchester | 3h49 | 8:21 PM Plymouth | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winchester to Plymouth
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Trains from Winchester to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€111) but you can travel from only $98 (€80) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€111) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Winchester to Plymouth trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Winchester and Plymouth from $98 (€80). 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 Winchester to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester 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 Winchester to Plymouth
Most Winchester to Plymouth trains use the Winchester to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Winchester and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Winchester station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to Winchester from Winchester city centre
Winchester train station facilities and services
Winchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Winchester arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: 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.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: 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.
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