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Outbound fromHitchin to Plymouth by train
It takes an average of 5h 47m to travel from Hitchin to Plymouth by train, over a distance of around 200 miles (322 km). There are normally 33 trains per day travelling from Hitchin to Plymouth and tickets for this journey start from £67 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:25 | |
| Departure station | Hitchin | |
| Arrival station | Plymouth | |
| Journey time | From 4h 22m | |
| Distance | 200 miles (322 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £67 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Hitchin to Plymouth in 4 hours 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hitchin to Plymouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 47 minutes to travel the 200 miles (322 km) from Hitchin to Plymouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 33 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to Plymouth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Hitchin to Plymouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £67.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Plymouth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Hitchin to Plymouth
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