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Outbound fromLondon Paddington to Plymouth by train
It takes an average of 3h 41m to travel from London Paddington to Plymouth by train, over a distance of around 190 miles (305 km). There are normally 33 trains per day travelling from London Paddington to Plymouth and tickets for this journey start from £38.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 | |
| Departure station | London Paddington | |
| Arrival station | Plymouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 0m | |
| Distance | 190 miles (305 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £38.50 | |
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Taking the train from London Paddington to Plymouth in 3 hours
Thinking about taking the train from London Paddington to Plymouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 41 minutes to travel the 190 miles (305 km) from London Paddington to Plymouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 33 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Great Western Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Plymouth.
Book train tickets from London Paddington to Plymouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £38.50. 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 London Paddington to Plymouth
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Paddington to Plymouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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