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Overview: Train from Lostwithiel to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lostwithiel to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 46m.
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
Coach from £8
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Coach from £8
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Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Lostwithiel to Plymouth.
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Lostwithiel to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Lostwithiel and Plymouth from £8. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
46m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£14
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
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Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Plymouth Citybus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £7
To the city centre
Plymouth Railway Station -> Royal Parade, Plymouth
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Cash, contactless and mobile payments are accepted on local buses in Plymouth.
- For unlimited travel, an Adult 24 Hr Plymouth ticket is £7.50 in the app, while the operator also states Plymouth day travel is £7 from the driver or app.
FAQs: Lostwithiel to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lostwithiel 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Lostwithiel to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Lostwithiel to Plymouth covers a distance of 38 km and takes approximately 46m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Lostwithiel to Plymouth is 38 km.
The first train from Lostwithiel to Plymouth leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Lostwithiel to Plymouth departs at 22:40.
Trains from Lostwithiel to Plymouth run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lostwithiel to Plymouth.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lostwithiel and Plymouth. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
There is no night train service from Lostwithiel to Plymouth.
The train station in Lostwithiel that goes to Plymouth is Lostwithiel station (LOS), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
Booking trains from Lostwithiel to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Lostwithiel to Plymouth is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Cornish countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coast as you travel through Devon.
Yes, you can take the train from Lostwithiel to Plymouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lostwithiel and Plymouth
Most Lostwithiel to Plymouth trains use the Lostwithiel to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Lostwithiel and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Lostwithiel
Arrival train stations in Plymouth
Which Lostwithiel station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Trains from Lostwithiel to Plymouth leave from Lostwithiel. The station is from Lostwithiel city centre at Lostwithiel Station, Lostwithiel, United Kingdom.
LostwithielLostwithiel Station, Lostwithiel, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Lostwithiel from Lostwithiel city centre
BusLocal bus services connect the station with nearby towns.
Lostwithiel train station facilities and services
Lostwithiel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lostwithiel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostwithiel.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostwithiel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostwithiel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostwithiel: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Fowey Valley, The Royal Oak Inn.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Lostwithiel arrive at?
Trains from Lostwithiel to Plymouth arrive at Plymouth. Plymouth is 1 km from Plymouth city centre.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
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.
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