How to get to Plymouth from Wellington, Somerset

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Compare coach for Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 94 km

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The cheapest way to travel from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth:

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth costing on average £20.

The fastest way to travel from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 55m.

Yes, you can take a coach between Wellington, Somerset and Plymouth.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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FAQs: Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth

Travel 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 Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth.

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You can travel between Wellington, Somerset and Plymouth by coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth:

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth costing on average £20.

The fastest way to travel from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 55m.

The Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth distance is approximately 94 km.
The average frequency per day from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Wellington, Somerset and Plymouth as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Taunton station (TAU) and arrive in Plymouth station (PLY).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Wellington, High Street and arrive in Plymouth, Marsh Mills.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Plymouth by coach.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway to go to Plymouth by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth:
  • 10 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Bristol Airport, Exeter, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Plymouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Wellington, Somerset to Plymouth, you can take a coach.
To fully experience Plymouth's historic sites, waterfront attractions, and vibrant cultural scene, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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