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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tamworth to Plymouth
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£230
Average price
£247
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
303 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tamworth to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tamworth to Plymouth will cost around £247 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £230.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Tamworth for Plymouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
21:5110h13
Tamworth08:04Plymouth
£2301One-way
1 change
06:314h16
Tamworth10:47Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
07:493h59
Tamworth11:48Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
08:503h58
Tamworth12:48Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
10:493h58
Tamworth14:47Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
14:493h57
Tamworth18:46Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
08:503h58
Tamworth12:48Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
10:493h58
Tamworth14:47Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
12:493h58
Tamworth16:47Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
07:493h59
Tamworth11:48Plymouth
£2521One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Tamworth to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tamworth to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 303 km
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£136 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Tamworth to Plymouth train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:49 Tamworth | 4h00 | 11:49 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tamworth to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Tamworth to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
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 £22
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 19:35 |
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 £22
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Tamworth to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Tamworth and Plymouth from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
£66
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£231
Cross Country frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Tamworth to Plymouth train
FAQs: Travel by train from Tamworth to Plymouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Tamworth to Plymouth.
The train distance from Tamworth to Plymouth is 303 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Tamworth and Plymouth. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Booking trains from Tamworth to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Tamworth to Plymouth covers a distance of 303 km and takes approximately 4h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Tamworth to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £136.
The cheapest way to get from Tamworth to Plymouth is by coach, costing approximately £22.
The first train from Tamworth to Plymouth leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Tamworth to Plymouth departs at 19:35.
The train station in Tamworth that goes to Plymouth is Tamworth station (TAM), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
Trains from Tamworth to Plymouth run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Tamworth to Plymouth.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tamworth to Plymouth.
Yes, you can take the train from Tamworth to Plymouth.
To travel from Tamworth to Plymouth, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tamworth and Plymouth
Tamworth
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Tamworth is Tamworth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tamworth for your trip from Tamworth to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 09:15 - 16:45 None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:10-20:00, Saturday 06:10-20:00 and Sunday 09:15-16:45. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: N/A
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Tamworth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Plymouth is Devonport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Devonport for your journey to Plymouth from Tamworth.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Devonport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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