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Trains from Durham (DHM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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19

train journeys
per day

322

miles (519 kms)

6hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:53

first / last train

11

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Durham (DHM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Durham and Plymouth , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Durham to Plymouth is approximately 322 miles (519 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 42 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Plymouth.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Durham to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Durham to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:00
    7 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    7 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:48
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:12
    6 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    6 hrs 56 mins Direct
    13:49
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    6 hrs 54 mins Direct
    14:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    6 hrs 55 mins Direct
    15:49
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:53
    6 hrs 54 mins Direct
    16:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    6 hrs 55 mins Direct
    17:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    6 hrs 54 mins Direct
    18:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:48
    6 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    6 hrs 53 mins Direct
    19:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:53
    6 hrs 56 mins Direct
    20:49
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    6 hrs 58 mins Direct
    21:51
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:53
    6 hrs 57 mins Direct
    22:50
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:53
    6 hrs 50 mins Direct
    23:43
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:53
    10 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:29
    12 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:04
    12 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 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 Durham and Plymouth

The travel time between Durham and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Durham 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 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Durham to Plymouth

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Plymouth.

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