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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Birmingham New Street

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17

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 03:34

first / last train

14

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Birmingham New Street , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Birmingham New Street is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 51 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Birmingham New Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:24
    3 hrs 31 mins Direct
    08:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:20
    3 hrs 35 mins Direct
    09:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    10:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    11:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    12:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:37
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:18
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    14:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    15:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    16:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    17:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    18:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    19:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:27
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    20:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:27
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    22:01
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:48
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    23:55
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:54
    7 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Plymouth
    Birmingham New Street
    Plymouth to Birmingham New Street

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

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Plymouth and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Plymouth and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Birmingham New Street 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 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 03:34.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Plymouth to Birmingham New Street

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Birmingham New Street.

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