The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Datchet
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£144
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Datchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Datchet will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £119.
Of the 2 trains that leave Plymouth for Datchet every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.




Live departures
Plymouth to Datchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Datchet trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:54 Plymouth | 4h28 | 08:22 Datchet | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:55 Plymouth | 4h01 | 08:56 Datchet | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Datchet
Trains from Plymouth to Datchet run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £119 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £119 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Plymouth to Datchet trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Plymouth and Datchet from £119. 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 to Datchet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Datchet 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 Datchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Datchet
- 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 06:00 - 12:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Near-level access to both platforms from separate entrances. Some access routes are up to 1:20 gradient, with very short graded sections on both sides of up to 1:10 gradient. Steps between platforms, or step-free approximately 70m via street and level crossing (full barrier). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Stands located on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: High Street (B470) on Town Side of level crossing
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