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5:106h06York11:16Plymouth£1311One-way0 changes- 8:046h08York14:12Plymouth£1311One-way0 changes
- 9:317h19York16:50Plymouth£1321One-way0 changes
- 5:106h06York11:16Plymouth£1311One-way0 changes
- 8:046h08York14:12Plymouth£1311One-way0 changes
- 9:317h19York16:50Plymouth£1321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Plymouth
The cheapest option from York to Plymouth is coach, with an average price of £47. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from York to Plymouth among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 450 km
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£122 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest option |
6h 14m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Plymouth trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:42 York | 6h06 | 12:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:31 York | 8h39 | 4:10 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 5:10 York | 6h06 | 11:16 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Plymouth
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from York to Plymouth, including 2 direct trains, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 450 km distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 450 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Lowest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from York to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Plymouth from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Plymouth
Most York to Plymouth trains use the York to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare York and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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 taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Plymouth station do trains from York arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
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.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: 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.
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