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The Box
Plymouth’s main museum and gallery, covering local history, art, natural history and archives in a modern city-centre building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ivybridge to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 16 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ivybridge to Plymouth:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ivybridge to Plymouth costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Coach takes on average 33m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (14m by train vs 25m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Ivybridge to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 14m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Plymouth’s main museum and gallery, covering local history, art, natural history and archives in a modern city-centre building.
Independent museum exploring Plymouth’s role in gin distilling, set in a historic Barbican building with tours and original features.
Small local museum on the Barbican focused on migration, seafaring and Plymouth’s links with transatlantic departures.
Historic waterfront quarter with cobbled lanes, independent shops, harbour views and many of Plymouth’s best-known heritage sights.
Large open seafront promenade and parkland with lawns, monuments and views over Plymouth Sound; ideal for walks and sunset stops.
Peaceful landscaped park beside the Hoe with formal planting, a lido nearby and excellent sea views across Plymouth Sound.
A Devon cream tea pairs scones with clotted cream and jam. In Devon, the cream goes on first, making it a proud local ritual across Plymouth and the county.
Fresh crab landed on the South Devon coast, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is prized in Plymouth for its sweet flavour and strong fishing heritage.
This traditional pie of pilchards, eggs and potatoes is linked to nearby Cornwall and often found in Plymouth. It reflects the area's historic reliance on coastal fishing.
Long-established seafood restaurant on the Barbican, popular for fresh fish, shellfish and harbour atmosphere close to the historic waterfront.
Relaxed bistro in the Barbican area serving British and European dishes with seafood options. Well suited to an easy meal near the waterfront.
Historic Barbican pub known for seafood, pies and harbour views. A lively traditional setting for classic Plymouth fare and local ales.
Moderate for the UK: dining and buses are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer and at weekends. Costs are usually lower than London but similar to other regional waterfront cities.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are usually by rounding up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Plymouth Railway Station -> Royal Parade, Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ivybridge 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.

Most Ivybridge to Plymouth trains use the Ivybridge to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Ivybridge and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ivybridge is 1 km from Ivybridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Ivybridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ivybridge: Parking.
Available at Ivybridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ivybridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - Both platforms can be accessed step free however ramps to each platform are steeper than present guidelines. 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 not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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