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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Plymouth will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newport 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 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
9:133h47Newport13:00Plymouth£181One-way0 changes
- 9:133h47Newport13:00Plymouth£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newport to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Plymouth trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:51 Newport | 2h57 | 10:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:42 Newport | 3h23 | 23:05 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newport to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newport to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newport and Plymouth from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newport to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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 Newport and Plymouth
Most Newport to Plymouth trains use the Newport (South Wales) to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Newport and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Newport station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to Newport (South Wales) from Newport city centre
Newport (South Wales) train station facilities and services
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Newport arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
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.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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: Yes.
Getting to Dockyard from Plymouth city centre
Dockyard is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Dockyard train station facilities and services
Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dockyard.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dockyard: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dockyard: 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.
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