Plymouth to Bognor Regis train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Bognor Regis

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£168

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£195

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

5 h 8 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

5 h 8 m

Trains on 23 Sept

12

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Bognor Regis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Plymouth to Bognor Regis will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £168.

Fast trains

To travel from Plymouth to Bognor Regis you need to make at least 4 changes.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    18:485h47
    Plymouth
    0:35Bognor Regis
    £1681One-way
    4 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:555h40
    Plymouth
    12:35Bognor Regis
    £1781One-way
    4 changes
  • Cross Country
    5:255h10
    Plymouth
    10:35Bognor Regis
    £1961One-way
    4 changes
  • Cross Country
    8:275h08
    Plymouth
    13:35Bognor Regis
    £1961One-way
    4 changes
  • Cross Country
    10:275h08
    Plymouth
    15:35Bognor Regis
    £1961One-way
    4 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Plymouth to Bognor Regis

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Bognor Regis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £76 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, while a train costs an average of £87.

Distance: 249 km

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£87

Average Price

£76

Average Price

Cheapest

£51

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 4m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

8h 43m

Average total duration

8h 13m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to Bognor Regis is a coach with an average price of £76.

This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Bognor Regis:

A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Bognor Regis costing on average £87.

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to Bognor Regis is by train with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Bognor Regis take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 13m.

Yes, you can take a train between Plymouth and Bognor Regis.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £87 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-35.60. The journey takes 5h 4m versus 4h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Plymouth to Bognor Regis train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Bognor Regis trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country16:27 Plymouth
5h08
21:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)18:16 Plymouth
6h19
0:35 Bognor Regis3 changes
Cross Country18:27 Plymouth
5h12
23:39 Bognor Regis4 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)18:48 Plymouth
5h47
0:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Wednesday 23 September
Cross Country5:25 Plymouth
5h10
10:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:55 Plymouth
5h40
12:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Cross Country8:27 Plymouth
5h08
13:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Cross Country10:27 Plymouth
5h08
15:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Cross Country12:27 Plymouth
5h08
17:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Cross Country13:27 Plymouth
5h08
18:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Cross Country14:27 Plymouth
5h08
19:35 Bognor Regis4 changes
Cross Country15:27 Plymouth
5h08
20:35 Bognor Regis4 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Bognor Regis

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Trains from Plymouth to Bognor Regis run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 4h 22m.

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
249 km
Average train duration
5h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£69
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 22m
First train
4:54
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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 Railway, South Western Railway from Plymouth to Bognor Regis trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth and Bognor Regis from £69. 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
4h 22m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£79
Great Western Railway frequency
4 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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
4h 28m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£69
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Bognor Regis

Things to do in Bognor Regis

Discover the best of Bognor Regis — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bognor Regis trip today.

  • Recommended

Bognor Regis Museum

A local history museum covering Bognor Regis and the surrounding area through archives, objects, photographs and changing displays.

  • Recommended

Hotham Park Arts Centre

A working artist village with studios, sculpture trail and gallery spaces, offering a creative local stop just west of the town centre.

  • Recommended

The Novium Museum

A nearby museum with an important collection linked to Roman Britain, set in a historic building in Chichester within easy reach of Bognor Regis.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK seaside town; accommodation and dining are usually lower than Brighton or London, while rail fares and peak-season stays can raise total trip costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple café meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£40+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Plymouth to Bognor Regis train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Bognor Regis 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 Bognor Regis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Bognor Regis can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £69, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The train journey from Plymouth to Bognor Regis covers a distance of 249 km and takes approximately 4h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to Bognor Regis is 249 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Bognor Regis leaves at 4:54.
The last train from Plymouth to Bognor Regis departs at 23:55.
Trains from Plymouth to Bognor Regis run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Bognor Regis.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Bognor Regis.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Bognor Regis.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Bognor Regis is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Bognor Regis station (BOG).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Bognor Regis is by train, costing approximately £69.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Bognor Regis in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to Bognor Regis offers scenic views of the English countryside, including stretches along the rugged Devon coastline and rolling hills.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Bognor Regis.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Bognor Regis

Most Plymouth to Bognor Regis trains use the Plymouth to Bognor Regis station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Bognor Regis train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Bognor Regis

Which Plymouth station do trains to Bognor Regis leave from?

Trains from Plymouth to Bognor Regis leave from Plymouth. The station is 1 km from Plymouth city centre at Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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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