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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Plymouth (PLY)

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20

train journeys
per day

191

miles (308 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Plymouth is approximately 191 miles (308 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Plymouth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:17
    4 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    09:39
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:09
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    12:14
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    13:03
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:13
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    15:09
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    16:12
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    17:12
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    18:17
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    19:20
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:02
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    20:13
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:30
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    20:20
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    21:12
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:03
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    22:10
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:31
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    22:18
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:25
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    23:36
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:26
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    00:39
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:07
    6 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    05:38
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:39
    10 hrs 2 changes
    09:39
    London Charing Cross
    Plymouth
    London Charing Cross to Plymouth

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 London Charing Cross and Plymouth

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between London Charing Cross 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 London Charing Cross & Plymouth. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Plymouth.

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