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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Plymouth will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading for Plymouth on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
1:30 PM2h43Reading4:13 PMPlymouth$791One-way0 transfers- 8:29 AM3h06Reading11:35 AMPlymouth$891One-way0 transfers
- 11:48 PM4h22Reading4:10 AMPlymouth$911One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM2h43Reading4:13 PMPlymouth$791One-way0 transfers
- 8:29 AM3h06Reading11:35 AMPlymouth$891One-way0 transfers
- 11:48 PM4h22Reading4:10 AMPlymouth$911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Reading to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $55, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Reading to Plymouth:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reading to Plymouth costing on average $99 (€81).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 49m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (2h 47m by train vs 3h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€71) compared to roughly $65 (€53) 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 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
Reading to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Plymouth trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34782 | On time 8:29 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h41 | 11:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14989 | On time 9:29 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h45 | 12:14 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34790 | On time 10:29 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h34 | 1:03 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34797 | On time 11:29 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h44 | 2:13 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14983 | On time 12:31 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2h42 | 3:13 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34808 | On time 1:29 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2h44 | 4:13 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Plymouth
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Trains from Reading to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Plymouth from $23 (€19). 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 Reading to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Plymouth
Most Reading to Plymouth trains use the Reading to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Reading and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, 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 and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Reading 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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