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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Plymouth (PLY)

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17

train journeys
per day

221

miles (356 kms)

5hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Plymouth is approximately 221 miles (356 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 27 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:07
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:50
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:50
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:50
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:01
    5 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:01
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:01
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    9 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:46
    11 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:47
    Manchester Airport
    Plymouth
    Manchester Airport to Plymouth

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Manchester Airport and Plymouth

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport & Plymouth. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Plymouth.

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