The cheapest and fastest trains from Chippenham to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chippenham to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chippenham to Plymouth will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chippenham for Plymouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 43 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.
7:112h30Chippenham9:41Plymouth£1161One-way0 changes
0:487h43Chippenham8:31Plymouth£1231One-way1 change
8:092h38Chippenham10:47Plymouth£1581One-way1 change
9:082h40Chippenham11:48Plymouth£1581One-way1 change
10:102h38Chippenham12:48Plymouth£1581One-way1 change
7:112h30Chippenham9:41Plymouth£1161One-way0 changes
8:092h38Chippenham10:47Plymouth£1581One-way1 change
10:102h38Chippenham12:48Plymouth£1581One-way1 change
9:082h40Chippenham11:48Plymouth£1581One-way1 change
0:487h43Chippenham8:31Plymouth£1231One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chippenham to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 186 km
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£47 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chippenham to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Chippenham to Plymouth trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:21 Chippenham | 2h52 | 13:13 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 0:48 Chippenham | 7h43 | 8:31 Plymouth | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:11 Chippenham | 2h30 | 9:41 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:09 Chippenham | 2h38 | 10:47 Plymouth | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chippenham to Plymouth
Trains from Chippenham to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 1:20 |
Last train 23:10 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Chippenham to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Chippenham and Plymouth from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chippenham to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chippenham and Plymouth
Most Chippenham to Plymouth trains use the Chippenham to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chippenham station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to Chippenham from Chippenham city centre
Chippenham train station facilities and services
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Chippenham arrive at?
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.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Dockyard from Plymouth city centre
Dockyard is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Dockyard train station facilities and services
Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dockyard.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dockyard: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dockyard: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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