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Trains from York (YRK) to Plymouth (PLY)

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34

train journeys
per day

279

miles (449 kms)

5hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

02:48 / 00:50

first / last train

12

direct trains

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between York and Plymouth , with 12 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Plymouth is approximately 279 miles (449 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 40 mins.

CrossCountry, Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between York and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 59 mins.

Map of the rail routes from York to Plymouth

Journeys from York to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    02:48
    7 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    10:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:40
    6 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    11:10
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:19
    6 hrs 28 mins1 change
    11:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:00
    6 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    12:14
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:45
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    12:48
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:02
    6 hrs 1 min2 changes
    13:03
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:44
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    13:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:23
    5 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    14:13
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:44
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    14:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:02
    6 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    15:13
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:44
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    15:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:57
    6 hrs 15 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    16:12
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:02
    6 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    16:12
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:43
    6 hrs 4 minsDirect
    16:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:59
    6 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    17:12
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:44
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    17:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:58
    6 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    18:17
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:44
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    18:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:58
    6 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    19:20
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:44
    6 hrs 3 minsDirect
    19:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
AddressYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
AddressPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between York and Plymouth

The travel time between York and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:50.

First class tickets on trains between York and Plymouth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between York and Plymouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 12 direct services per day from York to Plymouth

CrossCountry, Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between York and Plymouth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between York and Plymouth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.