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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Plymouth (PLY)

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16

train journeys
per day

207

miles (334 kms)

6hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Plymouth is approximately 207 miles (334 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 42 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    6 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    6 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    6 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:42
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:42
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    6 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:42
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    6 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    6 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:06
    10 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    05:38
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:19
    12 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:19
    12 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Ellesmere Port
    Plymouth
    Ellesmere Port to Plymouth

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Ellesmere Port and Plymouth

The travel time between Ellesmere Port 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 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Plymouth. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Plymouth.

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