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Outbound fromPlymouth to Grantham by train
It takes an average of 7h 45m to travel from Plymouth to Grantham by train, over a distance of around 230 miles (371 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Plymouth to Grantham and tickets for this journey start from £35.50 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Plymouth to Grantham in 5 hours 38 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Plymouth to Grantham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 45 minutes to travel the 230 miles (371 km) from Plymouth to Grantham by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 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, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to Grantham. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Plymouth to Grantham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £35.50. 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 Grantham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Grantham
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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 Grantham 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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