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Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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19

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

2hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

06:14 / 23:57

first / last train

14

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Cheltenham Spa and Plymouth , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 30 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cheltenham Spa and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:41
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    10:31
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 49 mins Direct
    10:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    11:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    2 hrs 56 mins Direct
    12:48
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    2 hrs 57 mins Direct
    13:49
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    14:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    2 hrs 57 mins Direct
    15:49
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    16:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    17:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:52
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    18:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:29
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    19:20
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:52
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    19:47
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:52
    2 hrs 57 mins Direct
    20:49
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:52
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    21:51
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:52
    2 hrs 58 mins Direct
    22:50
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:52
    2 hrs 51 mins Direct
    23:43
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:52
    6 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:04
    9 hrs 1 change
    08:04
    Cheltenham Spa
    Plymouth
    Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth

About Cheltenham Spa Station

Station name Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Address Cheltenham Spa station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
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 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 Cheltenham Spa and Plymouth

The travel time between Cheltenham Spa and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cheltenham Spa 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 06:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cheltenham Spa and Plymouth.

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