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Outbound fromNewquay to Plymouth by train
It takes an average of 1h 44m to travel from Newquay to Plymouth by train, over a distance of around 41 miles (66 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Newquay to Plymouth and tickets for this journey start from £5.50 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Newquay to Plymouth in 1 hour 37 minutes
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It usually takes around 1 hour 44 minutes to travel the 41 miles (66 km) from Newquay to Plymouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 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 Newquay to Plymouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £5.50. 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 Newquay 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 Newquay 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.