The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for Bodmin Parkway (BOD) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 38 km
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£15 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:46 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h40 | 21:26 Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 05:40 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h38 | 06:18 Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h43 | 08:56 Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h40 | 09:54 Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h38 | 16:25 Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD)
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 34m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Bodmin Parkway (BOD) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bodmin Parkway (BOD) 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 Bodmin Parkway (BOD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and Bodmin Parkway (BOD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 10:35 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Station car park

