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Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Plymouth (PLY)

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20

train journeys
per day

137

miles (220 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:30 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth & Southsea 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 Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth is approximately 137 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 57 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth & Southsea and Plymouth.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:30
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:29
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    4 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    20:13
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:27
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:29
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:29
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    23:36
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:28
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    00:39
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:24
    8 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:24
    10 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Plymouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Plymouth

About Portsmouth & Southsea Station

Station name Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Address Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:30
Saturday 05:40 - 20:30
Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Portsmouth & Southsea and Plymouth

The travel time between Portsmouth & Southsea and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth & Southsea 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 04:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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

Amenities on trains between Portsmouth & Southsea 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 Portsmouth & Southsea & Plymouth. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth & Southsea and Plymouth.

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