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Compare train for Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 286 km
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Overview: Train from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 5h 14m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £49
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 23:54 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £49
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Plymouth and Sunbury-on-Thames from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 Duration
4h 43m
Cheapest Price
£80
Great Western Rail 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
FAQs: Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames 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 Sunbury-on-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A stay of two to three days in Sunbury-on-Thames typically allows visitors to explore the River Thames, enjoy local parks, and visit nearby attractions like Hampton Court Palace.
A day trip from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 14m. However, there are 6 train trips available per day. The distance is 286 km.
The train distance from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames is 286 km.
The train journey from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames covers a distance of 286 km and takes approximately 5h 14m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames leaves at 5:26.
The last train from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames departs at 23:54.
Trains from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £80.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames is by coach, costing approximately £49.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Sunbury-on-Thames is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Sunbury (SUU).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames.
To travel from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames, you can take a train.
The train journey from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames offers scenic views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and picturesque rural landscapes, particularly as the route passes through areas such as Devon and the outskirts of London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Sunbury-on-Thames
Plymouth
Sunbury-on-Thames
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Sunbury-on-Thames.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Dockyard
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Dockyard
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
The major train station for arrivals in Sunbury-on-Thames is Sunbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunbury for your journey to Sunbury-on-Thames from Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:30 Saturday 08:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Near-level access to both platforms via separate entrances. No step-free access between platforms. Street route between platforms has missing dropped kerbs, pavements and crossing points
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Sunbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Fulwell: Green Street bus stop by St Ignatius Church To Shepperton: Green Street bus stop opposite St. Ignatius Church
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramp to Platform 2 (for trains towards Shepperton). Footbridge with steps to Platform 1. 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Upper Halliford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Nursery Road bus stops by Peregrine Road
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