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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidenhead to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Maidenhead to Plymouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 5h 32m.
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
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:54 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Maidenhead to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Maidenhead and Plymouth from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
£43
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£166
Elizabeth Line frequency
3 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£177
first_great_western frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Maidenhead to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidenhead 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.
A day trip from Maidenhead to Plymouth is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 32m. Trains run 3 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.
The train journey from Maidenhead to Plymouth offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque countryside of Berkshire, Wiltshire, and Somerset, and along the stunning coastline near Dawlish and Teignmouth.
Booking trains from Maidenhead to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Maidenhead to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train distance from Maidenhead to Plymouth is 272 km.
The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Plymouth is by train, costing approximately £43.
The train journey from Maidenhead to Plymouth covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 5h 32m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Maidenhead that goes to Plymouth is Maidenhead station (MAI), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
The first train from Maidenhead to Plymouth leaves at 0:06.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidenhead to Plymouth.
The last train from Maidenhead to Plymouth departs at 23:54.
Trains from Maidenhead to Plymouth run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidenhead to Plymouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidenhead to Plymouth.
To travel from Maidenhead to Plymouth, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Maidenhead to Plymouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maidenhead and Plymouth
Maidenhead
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Maidenhead is Maidenhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidenhead for your trip from Maidenhead to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Maidenhead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your journey to Plymouth from Maidenhead.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Dockyard
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Dockyard
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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