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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to York (YRK)

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21

train journeys
per day

279

miles (449 kms)

5hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 05:08

first / last train

10

direct trains

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to York (YRK)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and York , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to York is approximately 279 miles (449 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 13 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and York.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to York. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to York Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:24
    6 hrs 6 mins Direct
    11:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:55
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    6 hrs 10 mins Direct
    12:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:55
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    13:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    14:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:35
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    15:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:13
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    16:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    6 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    6 hrs 4 mins Direct
    17:31
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    18:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    6 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    19:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:16
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:27
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    20:30
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:27
    5 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    21:16
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:27
    6 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    22:39
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    6 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    00:17
    Plymouth
    York
    Plymouth to York

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 York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 York

The travel time between Plymouth and York by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and York vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:08.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Plymouth to York

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and York.

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