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Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Plymouth (PLY)

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22

train journeys
per day

204

miles (328 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Dartford and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dartford to Plymouth is approximately 204 miles (328 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 33 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Plymouth.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dartford to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Dartford to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:24
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:24
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:24
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:24
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:05
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:24
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:24
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:17
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:24
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:24
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:24
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    00:40
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:17
    7 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Dartford
    Plymouth
    Dartford to Plymouth

About Dartford Station

Station name Dartford (DFD)
Address Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:40
Saturday 06:10 - 19:40
Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Dartford and Plymouth

The travel time between Dartford and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dartford and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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Amenities on trains between Dartford 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 Dartford & Plymouth. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Plymouth.

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