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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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27

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

4hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 05:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Bishops Stortford is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 6 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Bishops Stortford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 27th May
    04:54
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    05:55
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:55
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:16
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:35
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:27
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:39
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:15
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    15:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    16:15
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:45
    Plymouth
    Bishops Stortford
    Plymouth to Bishops Stortford

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 Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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 Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Plymouth and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:08.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Plymouth & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Bishops Stortford.

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