The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £24
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £58
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 58 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 2 h 1 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 25
- Distance
- 162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 25 trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY), including 19 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W2990920:45 2h05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 22:50 Plymouth station (PLY) £24 1 One-way 0 changes
G15183 · W3477123:48 5h50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 5:38 Plymouth station (PLY) £25 1 One-way 1 change
G664726:40 2h00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 8:40 Plymouth station (PLY) £32 1 One-way 0 changes
G011318:45 2h02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) £36 1 One-way 0 changes
G01161_G6647719:50 2h01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 21:51 Plymouth station (PLY) £42 1 One-way 0 changes
G0116621:45 1h58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 23:43 Plymouth station (PLY) £42 1 One-way 0 changes
G664726:40 2h00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 8:40 Plymouth station (PLY) £32 1 One-way 0 changes
G01161_G6647719:50 2h01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 21:51 Plymouth station (PLY) £42 1 One-way 0 changes
G011318:45 2h02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) £36 1 One-way 0 changes
W2986212:45 2h02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 14:47 Plymouth station (PLY) £62 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) trip
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
K02002 | On time 10:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h58 | 12:53 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01136 | On time 11:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h57 | 13:54 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01142 | On time 12:51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h58 | 14:49 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01145 | On time 13:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 15:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y41671 · C33233 | On time 13:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h38 | 16:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
W29869 | On time 14:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 16:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y41674 · C33235 | On time 14:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h35 | 17:29 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
W29874 | On time 15:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 17:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01147 | On time 16:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h04 | 18:49 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y41680 · W34829 | On time 16:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h10 | 20:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
G01152 | On time 18:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 20:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01155 | On time 19:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 21:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01163 | On time 20:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h05 | 22:50 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y41692 · W34847 | On time 20:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h42 | 23:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
Y41855 · G15161 | 5:04 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h01 | 8:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
G15179 · G15161 | 5:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h43 | 8:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
G15162 | 5:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h36 | 8:31 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66472 | 6:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h00 | 8:40 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14977 | 7:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 9:41 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01130+ G15166 | 8:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h23 | 10:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
G01131 | 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01133 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 11:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01135 | 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 12:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Plymouth station (PLY)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Plymouth station (PLY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
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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