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Cheap train tickets and timesBristol to Plymouth

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Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Plymouth start from £16 with an average ticket price of £56.

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£56

Average Price

2 h 1 m

Fastest Journey

2 h 16 m

Average

Trains per day

162 km

Distance

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Overview: Train from Bristol to Plymouth

Distance	100 miles
Average train duration	1 h 56 min
Average train ticket price	£43 (€49)
Train frequency	11 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day
Train companies	CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western

Trains from Bristol to Plymouth cover the 100 miles long trip taking on average 1 h 56 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Normally, there are 11 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £22, but the average price of train tickets is £43. Travellers depart most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads and arrive in Plymouth.

Train providers: CrossCountry and Great Western Rail trains Bristol to Plymouth

Find the best trains to Plymouth from Bristol with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry and Great Western Rail from £15. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Plymouth from Bristol you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Bristol to Plymouth with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 1 h 56 min
Cheapest Price: £22
CrossCountry frequency: 9 a day

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.

Train information from Bristol to Plymouth with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 2 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: £15

Trains from Bristol to Plymouth

It's incredibly easy to take the train from Bristol to Plymouth. Direct services from Bristol to Plymouth depart Bristol Temple Meads bound for Plymouth, with an average of 35 train services running on weekdays. Average journey times for trains from Bristol to Plymouth take approximately 2 hours, although connecting services will take longer. Direct train services from Bristol to Plymouth are operated by CrossCountry trains. All trains are accessible to disabled passengers, with accessible toilets and designated areas for wheelchair users. A limited catering service operates on these services, providing passengers with a selection of light snacks and refreshments.

FAQs: Bristol to Plymouth train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Plymouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Plymouth.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Plymouth can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Plymouth is £43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bristol to Plymouth is 1 h 56 min to travel the 100 mile long route, with around there are 11 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bristol to Plymouth leaves at 04: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bristol to Plymouth leaves at 22: 48.

Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Bristol to Plymouth with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Bristol to Plymouth train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Bristol to Plymouth to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 48.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Plymouth, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Plymouth from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Plymouth by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Plymouth including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Plymouth

Bristol

Plymouth

The major railway station for departures from Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Plymouth.

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3451652030

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 06: 45 - 21: 30

Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads

Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House