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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Plymouth
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£109
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£109
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 59 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
165 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Plymouth will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
Fast trains
To travel from Bournemouth to Plymouth you need to make at least 2 changes.
L78743 · L84452 · L79315+
G149785:107h04Bournemouth station (BMH)12:14Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way3 changes- L78743 · L84452 · L80059+W347885:107h53Bournemouth station (BMH)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way4 changes
- L78743+G15002 · W34780+
G011315:105h37Bournemouth station (BMH)10:47Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way3 changes - L78743 · L84452+G15002 · W347805:105h37Bournemouth station (BMH)10:47Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way4 changes
- L78743+G15002+G011335:106h38Bournemouth station (BMH)11:48Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way2 changes
- L78869 · L84452+G15002 · W347805:504h57Bournemouth station (BMH)10:47Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way4 changes
- L78743+G15002 · W34780+G011315:105h37Bournemouth station (BMH)10:47Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way3 changes
- L78743 · L84452+G15002 · W347805:105h37Bournemouth station (BMH)10:47Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way4 changes
- L78743+G15002+G011335:106h38Bournemouth station (BMH)11:48Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way2 changes
- L78743 · L84452 · L79315+G149785:107h04Bournemouth station (BMH)12:14Plymouth station (PLY)£1091One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 165 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£73 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Bournemouth to Plymouth is a coach with an average price of £54.
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Plymouth:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Plymouth costing on average £73.
The fastest way to travel from Bournemouth to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 3h 48m.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 47m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Plymouth including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-39.29. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 2h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78743 · L84452 · L79315+G14978 | On time 5:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h04 | 12:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3 changes | |
| L78743 · L84452 · L80059+W34788 | On time 5:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h53 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4 changes | |
| L78743+G15002 · W34780+G01131 | On time 5:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h37 | 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3 changes | |
| L78743 · L84452+G15002 · W34780 | On time 5:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h37 | 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4 changes | |
| L78743+G15002+G01133 | On time 5:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 6h38 | 11:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| L78869 · L84452+G15002 · W34780 | On time 5:50 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h57 | 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Plymouth
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Trains from Bournemouth to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 4h 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Plymouth from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
4h 28m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£66
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£78
South Western Railway frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£182
Cross Country frequency
11 a day
Complete guide to Plymouth
Things to do in Plymouth
Discover the best of Plymouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plymouth trip today.
- Recommended
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Independent museum exploring Plymouth’s role in gin distilling, set in a historic Barbican building with tours and original features.
- Recommended
Mayflower Museum
Small local museum on the Barbican focused on migration, seafaring and Plymouth’s links with transatlantic departures.
- Must visit
The Barbican
Historic waterfront quarter with cobbled lanes, independent shops, harbour views and many of Plymouth’s best-known heritage sights.
- Must visit
Plymouth Hoe
Large open seafront promenade and parkland with lawns, monuments and views over Plymouth Sound; ideal for walks and sunset stops.
- Recommended
West Hoe Park
Peaceful landscaped park beside the Hoe with formal planting, a lido nearby and excellent sea views across Plymouth Sound.
- Vegetarian
Devon Cream Tea
A Devon cream tea pairs scones with clotted cream and jam. In Devon, the cream goes on first, making it a proud local ritual across Plymouth and the county.
- Gluten-free
South Devon Crab
Fresh crab landed on the South Devon coast, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is prized in Plymouth for its sweet flavour and strong fishing heritage.
Stargazy Pie
This traditional pie of pilchards, eggs and potatoes is linked to nearby Cornwall and often found in Plymouth. It reflects the area's historic reliance on coastal fishing.
Quay 33
Long-established seafood restaurant on the Barbican, popular for fresh fish, shellfish and harbour atmosphere close to the historic waterfront.
The Mission
Relaxed bistro in the Barbican area serving British and European dishes with seafood options. Well suited to an easy meal near the waterfront.
The Harbourside Fish & Chips
Historic Barbican pub known for seafood, pies and harbour views. A lively traditional setting for classic Plymouth fare and local ales.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: dining and buses are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer and at weekends. Costs are usually lower than London but similar to other regional waterfront cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are usually by rounding up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Plymouth Citybus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £7
To the city centre
Plymouth Railway Station -> Royal Parade, Plymouth
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Cash, contactless and mobile payments are accepted on local buses in Plymouth.
- For unlimited travel, an Adult 24 Hr Plymouth ticket is £7.50 in the app, while the operator also states Plymouth day travel is £7 from the driver or app.
FAQs: Bournemouth to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Plymouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bournemouth to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Bournemouth to Plymouth covers a distance of 165 km and takes approximately 4h 18m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Plymouth is 165 km.
The first train from Bournemouth to Plymouth leaves at 4:54.
The last train from Bournemouth to Plymouth departs at 23:20.
Trains from Bournemouth to Plymouth run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to Plymouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to Plymouth.
To get from Bournemouth to Plymouth, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Plymouth.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to Plymouth is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Plymouth is by coach, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bournemouth to Plymouth offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Dorset and along the stunning coastline near Dawlish and Teignmouth. Passengers can enjoy views of rolling countryside, charming coastal towns, and stretches of the English Channel, making it a visually appealing trip.
A day trip from Bournemouth to Plymouth is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 18m one way. However, there are 5 trains available per day. The distance between the two cities is 165 km.
To fully experience Plymouth's historic sites, waterfront attractions, and vibrant cultural scene, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to Plymouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Plymouth
Most Bournemouth to Plymouth trains use the Bournemouth to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bournemouth
Arrival train stations in Plymouth
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Trains from Bournemouth to Plymouth leave from Bournemouth. The station is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre at Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX.
BournemouthBournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX+44 345 600 0650
City-centre transport
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · £2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · £2 · every ~74 min
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Trains from Bournemouth to Plymouth arrive at Plymouth. Plymouth is 1 km from Plymouth city centre.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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