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Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Plymouth (PLY)

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19

train journeys
per day

225

miles (362 kms)

5hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge North and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge North to Plymouth is approximately 225 miles (362 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Plymouth.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge North to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge North to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:02
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:08
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:03
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:00
    5 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    00:40
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:32
    8 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:32
    10 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:50
    11 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Cambridge North
    Plymouth
    Cambridge North to Plymouth

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
Address Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge North and Plymouth

The travel time between Cambridge North and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge North and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge North & Plymouth. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Plymouth.

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