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Plymouth to Troon by train

First train

07:27

Last train

14:27

Departure station

Plymouth

Arrival station

Troon

Journey time

From 8h 42m

Distance

357 miles (575 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Plymouth to Troon in 8 hours 42 minutes

If you want to travel from Plymouth to Troon by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Plymouth to Troon by train to take around 9 hours 31 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 8 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 357 miles (575 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Troon. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Plymouth to Troon are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Plymouth to Troon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Plymouth and Troon by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Plymouth to Troon is 8 hours and 42 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Plymouth to Troon?

No, there are no direct train services from Plymouth to Troon. Travelling from Plymouth to Troon by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Plymouth to Troon leave?

The first train from Plymouth to Troon leaves at 07:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Plymouth to Troon leave?

The last train from Plymouth to Troon leaves at 14:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Plymouth and Troon by train?

Trains travelling from Plymouth to Troon cover a distance of around 357 miles (575 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Troon

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 Troon 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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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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