Dover to Plymouth train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dover to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 25 May

Cheapest price

£84

Average price

£84

Fastest journey

5 h 28 m

Average duration

5 h 28 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

392 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dover to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dover to Plymouth will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Dover 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 392 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 28 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    10:455h28
    Dover
    16:13Plymouth
    £841One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Dover to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £28.

Distance: 392 km

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Flight

£81

Average Price

£47

Average Price

Cheapest

£145

Average Price

5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 35m

Average total duration

9h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Dover to Plymouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Dover to Plymouth trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway9:45 Dover
5h45
15:30 Plymouth0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dover to Plymouth

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Trains from Dover to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 392 km distance in 5h 24m.

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
Flight from £28
Distance
392 km
Average train duration
4h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£78
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 24m
First train
4:54
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
3 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
Flight from £28

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Dover to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Dover and Plymouth from £28. 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 Duration
5h 24m
Cheapest Price
£78
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
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

FAQs: Dover to Plymouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Dover to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £81.
The train journey from Dover to Plymouth covers a distance of 392 km and takes approximately 5h 24m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Dover to Plymouth is 392 km.
The first train from Dover to Plymouth leaves at 4:54.
The last train from Dover to Plymouth departs at 23:55.
Trains from Dover to Plymouth run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dover to Plymouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dover to Plymouth.
To get from Dover to Plymouth, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Dover to Plymouth.
The train station in Dover that goes to Plymouth is Dover Priory (DVP), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
The cheapest way to get from Dover to Plymouth is by flight, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Dover 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 Dover to Plymouth offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque countryside of southern England, including glimpses of the coast and rolling hills.
A day trip from Dover to Plymouth is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 24m. The distance is 392 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
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 Dover to Plymouth.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Plymouth

Dover
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Dover is Dover Priory. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dover Priory for your trip from Dover to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:15 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: At the front of the station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are waiting facilities on all platforms. Only available when staff present. Heated waiting room only on platform 1.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Dover Priory
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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