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Trains from Reading Stations to Plymouth (PLY)

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23

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

2hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:30

first / last train

17

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Plymouth , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Plymouth is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 51 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:15
    7 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    08:04
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 40 mins Direct
    11:09
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 44 mins Direct
    12:14
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:29
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    13:03
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:29
    2 hrs 44 mins Direct
    14:13
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:29
    2 hrs 40 mins Direct
    15:09
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:29
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    16:12
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:29
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    17:12
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:29
    2 hrs 48 mins Direct
    18:17
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:29
    2 hrs 51 mins Direct
    19:20
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:01
    3 hrs 12 mins Direct
    20:13
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:29
    2 hrs 51 mins Direct
    20:20
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:03
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    21:25
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:29
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    21:12
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:01
    3 hrs 9 mins Direct
    22:10
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:31
    2 hrs 47 mins Direct
    22:18
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:28
    3 hrs 8 mins Direct
    23:36
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:29
    3 hrs Direct
    00:29
    Reading
    Plymouth
    Reading to Plymouth

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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 Reading Stations and Plymouth

The travel time between Reading Stations and Plymouth 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 2hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Reading Stations to Plymouth

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Plymouth.

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