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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £78
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £116
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 4 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 4 h 41 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 318 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Fast trains
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34797+
C18494+
Tube from Moorgate to London Paddington9:10 5h03 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) £78 1 One-way 2 changes- W34797+
G28289+C18547+
C371838:00 6h13 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) £78 1 One-way 4 changes - G14982+C18636+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
10:22 4h51 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 15:13 Plymouth station (PLY) £78 1 One-way 2 changes - W34809+C18644+Tube from Moorgate to London Paddington
10:32 5h41 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 16:13 Plymouth station (PLY) £78 1 One-way 2 changes - G14977+C18662
4:00 5h41 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 9:41 Plymouth station (PLY) £89 1 One-way 1 change
- W34791+C18616+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
8:38 4h25 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) £104 1 One-way 2 changes - W34782+C18605+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
6:38 4h32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 11:10 Plymouth station (PLY) £195 1 One-way 2 changes - G14978+C18602+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
7:38 4h36 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 12:14 Plymouth station (PLY) £156 1 One-way 2 changes - G14982+C18636+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
10:22 4h51 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 15:13 Plymouth station (PLY) £78 1 One-way 2 changes - W34791+G28289+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington
8:00 5h03 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) £104 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth and enjoy the approximately 318 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 17:27.
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
Distance 318 km |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 17:27 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth is 318 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth leaves at 4:54.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth departs at 17:27.
Live departures
Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14977+C18662 | 4:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 5h41 | 9:41 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Tube from Moorgate to London Paddington+W34782+C18620 | 5:56 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 5h14 | 11:10 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34782+C18605 | 6:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 4h32 | 11:10 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G14978+C18602 | 7:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 4h36 | 12:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W34791+G28289 | 8:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 5h03 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
W34797+C37183+ Y65380+C18547 | 8:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 6h13 | 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 4 changes | |
| Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34791+C18616 | 8:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 4h25 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from Moorgate to London Paddington+W34797+C18494 | 9:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 5h03 | 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2 changes | |
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Pound sterling (£)
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Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are usually by rounding up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Plymouth Citybus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £7
To the city centre
Plymouth Railway Station -> Royal Parade, Plymouth
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Cash, contactless and mobile payments are accepted on local buses in Plymouth.
- For unlimited travel, an Adult 24 Hr Plymouth ticket is £7.50 in the app, while the operator also states Plymouth day travel is £7 from the driver or app.
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The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the South West, including rolling hills and charming countryside vistas.
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Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Plymouth
Most Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth trains use the Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Welwyn Garden City
Arrival train stations in Plymouth
Which Welwyn Garden City station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth leave from Welwyn Garden City. The station is from Welwyn Garden City city centre at Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA.
Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA
City-centre transport
Getting to Welwyn Garden City from Welwyn Garden City city centre
Bus302, 405 · 2m · £2 · every ~5 min
Welwyn Garden City train station facilities and services
Welwyn Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Welwyn Garden City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Welwyn Garden City. ATMs are available at Welwyn Garden City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Welwyn Garden City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Welwyn Garden City: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Welwyn Garden City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Welwyn Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Welwyn Garden City arrive at?
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth arrive at Plymouth. Plymouth is 1 km from Plymouth city centre.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: 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.
Train stations for Welwyn Garden City to Plymouth
Check train stations information for Welwyn Garden City and Plymouth, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Plymouth is Welwyn Garden City, and it arrives at Plymouth.
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