Windsor to Plymouth train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Windsor to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£80

Average price

£80

Fastest journey

3 h 42 m

Average duration

3 h 42 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

277 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Windsor to Plymouth will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Windsor for Plymouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 42 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.

Great Western Rail
08:293h42
Windsor
12:11Plymouth
£801One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Windsor to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windsor to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £77.

Distance: 277 km

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Average Price

£75

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£23

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3h 40m

Average total duration

3h 10m

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1h 20m

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Live departures

Windsor to Plymouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Windsor to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western08:29 Windsor
3h42
12:11 Plymouth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Windsor to Plymouth

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Trains from Windsor to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 277 km distance in 3h 42m.

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 £23
Distance
277 km
Average train duration
3h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£77
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 42m
First train
04:42
Last train
23:55
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 £23

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Windsor to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Windsor and Plymouth from £23. 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
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
£39
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: Windsor to Plymouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor 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.

FAQs
To fully experience Plymouth's historic sites, waterfront attractions, and vibrant cultural scene, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
To get from Windsor to Plymouth, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train distance from Windsor to Plymouth is 277 km.
The train journey from Windsor to Plymouth covers a distance of 277 km and takes approximately 3h 42m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Windsor to Plymouth leaves at 4:42.
The last train from Windsor to Plymouth departs at 23:55.
Trains from Windsor to Plymouth run approximately 6 times per day.
Booking trains from Windsor to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Windsor to Plymouth.
There is no night train service from Windsor to Plymouth.
The cost of a train ticket from Windsor to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £77, while the average price tends to be around £100.
The cheapest way to get from Windsor to Plymouth is by coach, costing approximately £23.
The train station in Windsor that goes to Plymouth is Windsor & Eton Central (WNC), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Windsor to Plymouth.
Yes, you can take the train from Windsor to Plymouth.
A day trip from Windsor to Plymouth is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 42m. However, there are 6 trains per day for this route.
The train journey from Windsor to Plymouth offers scenic views of the English countryside, including rolling hills, charming villages, and occasional glimpses of the coastline as you approach the South West.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Windsor and Plymouth

Windsor
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Windsor is Windsor & Eton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Windsor & Eton Central for your trip from Windsor to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:40 Saturday 06:40 - 19:40 Sunday 08:20 - 17:50
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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 the 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 public telephones: No
  • Accessible taxis: Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: These are located approximatly 100m from station entrance
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Adjacent to platform entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Windsor & Eton Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop outside Hare & Garter, Opposite Windsor Castle
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 23:00 Saturday 06:15 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Queens 22 spaces / Gravel carpark 14 spaces (Adjacent to station)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at up to 1:9 gradient from car parks and main entrance to concourse - then level access to both platforms. 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
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse Area. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Windsor & Eton Riverside
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Datchet Road (B470) by station.

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