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G0087812:003h18Plymouth station (PLY)15:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes- W2979213:273h22Plymouth station (PLY)16:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G010719:273h22Plymouth station (PLY)12:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G6655018:273h22Plymouth station (PLY)21:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G0073417:273h25Plymouth station (PLY)20:52Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G0087812:003h18Plymouth station (PLY)15:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G0088413:003h18Plymouth station (PLY)16:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- W2979213:273h22Plymouth station (PLY)16:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G010719:273h22Plymouth station (PLY)12:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
- G6655018:273h22Plymouth station (PLY)21:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Plymouth to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 281 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£83 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest option | £483 Average Price |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Plymouth to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G01061 | On time 6:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h28 | 9:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01065 | On time 7:25 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h30 | 10:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01068 | On time 8:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h28 | 11:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01070 | On time 9:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h28 | 12:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01072 | On time 10:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h28 | 13:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01076 | On time 11:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 3h28 | 14:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Plymouth to Birmingham, including 5 direct trains, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Lowest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:13 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Plymouth to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Birmingham
Most Plymouth to Birmingham trains use the Plymouth to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Gravelly Hill from Birmingham city centre
Gravelly Hill is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Gravelly Hill train station facilities and services
Gravelly Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravelly Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravelly Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravelly Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravelly Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravelly Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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