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Trains from Southampton Central to Plymouth (PLY)

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29

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

3hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Plymouth is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 7 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Plymouth.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:47
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:09
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    12:14
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:11
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    13:03
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:11
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:13
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    15:09
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    16:12
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:11
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    17:12
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:11
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    19:20
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:09
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    20:13
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central to Plymouth

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Plymouth

The travel time between Southampton Central and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Plymouth. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Plymouth.

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