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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Plymouth will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Plymouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 382 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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, coach and flight for Sheffield to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 382 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£110 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Plymouth trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:56 Sheffield | 4h51 | 12:47 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Sheffield | 6h12 | 16:12 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:56 Sheffield | 4h52 | 15:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
| 04:56 Sheffield | 6h18 | 11:14 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 382 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 382 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Sheffield to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Plymouth from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Plymouth 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Plymouth
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
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