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Outbound fromPlymouth to Chippenham by train
It takes an average of 2h 34m to travel from Plymouth to Chippenham by train, over a distance of around 116 miles (186 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Plymouth to Chippenham and tickets for this journey start from £21 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:16 | |
| Departure station | Plymouth | |
| Arrival station | Chippenham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 22m | |
| Distance | 116 miles (186 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £21 | |
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Take the train from Plymouth to Chippenham in 2 hours 22 minutes
If you want to travel from Plymouth to Chippenham by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Plymouth to Chippenham by train to take around 2 hours 34 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 6 trains per day running on this route, which spans 116 miles (186 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Chippenham. You can travel with Great Western Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Plymouth to Chippenham start from £21.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Chippenham
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 Plymouth to Chippenham 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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