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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 4 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Plymouth station (PLY) 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 253 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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 Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 253 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£60 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:55 Reading station (RDG) | 3h39 | 19:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:28 Reading station (RDG) | 2h45 | 19:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:01 Reading station (RDG) | 3h06 | 21:07 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 10:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h44 | 13:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:31 Reading station (RDG) | 2h43 | 14:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h44 | 15:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h48 | 17:17 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY)
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Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 19:28 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Plymouth station (PLY) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Plymouth station (PLY) 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 Plymouth station (PLY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Plymouth station (PLY)
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- 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 and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
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