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Trains from Colchester Stations to Plymouth (PLY)

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9

train journeys
per day

242

miles (390 kms)

8hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester Stations to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Stations and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Stations to Plymouth is approximately 242 miles (390 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 27 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Plymouth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Stations to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    8 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    10 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    10 hrs 2 changes
    18:47
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    10 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:47
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    10 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    10 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    10 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    9 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    15 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Colchester
    Plymouth
    Colchester to Plymouth

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

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 Colchester Stations and Plymouth

The travel time between Colchester Stations and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Stations and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Stations 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 Colchester Stations & Plymouth. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Plymouth.

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