The cheapest and fastest trains from Farnborough to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£124
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Farnborough to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Farnborough to Plymouth will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
Of the 1 trains that leave Farnborough 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 259 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.


Live departures
Farnborough to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Farnborough to Plymouth trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:44 Farnborough | 4h19 | 12:03 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 27 November | |||||
![]() | 04:56 Farnborough | 5h52 | 10:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Farnborough to Plymouth
Trains from Farnborough to Plymouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Farnborough to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Farnborough and Plymouth from £82. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Farnborough to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Farnborough 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 Farnborough and Plymouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:30 Saturday 06:10 - 20:30 Sunday 07:40 - 21:00
- Car Park: Union Street
- 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
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Union Street
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - There is step free access to both platforms but short ramps and level crossing with gates to negotiate for south bound services. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Junction of Ship Lane and Farnborough Street
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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