Find trains to Plymouth

Plymouth trains arrive at the Plymouth Railway Station, a centrally located station in the city centre of Plymouth. Plymouth Railway Station serves as the second busiest train station in Devon county. The station is a short walk to the city centre and can also be accessed by public transport. Several local bus lines provide travel to different areas throughout the city; these include the bus lines 2, 2A, 11, 12, 12A, 13, 16, 33, 43, 51, 70, 70A, 70B, 72, 85, 101 and 103. The bus stop is called Railway Station, and is located next to the train station, off the A386 and Saltash Road. You can also choose to use a taxi or ride-sharing service, if you’re travelling further from the city centre or to an area that isn’t well serviced by bus; there is a taxi rank located outside the railway station. Alternatively, if you wish to use a vehicle for yourself, a car hire centre is located in the Plymouth train station. All of these are convenient ways to access the city centre, when you travel in Plymouth trains.

It's usually more practical to leave your luggage at the station when travelling by rail to Plymouth, especially if your accommodation isn't ready yet. Currently, luggage storage is not available at Plymouth Station; however, you can choose another place close to the station to store your bags. Services such as Radical Storage can help you locate local shops that are willing to keep your bags safe for the day. These shops use a QR code system to identify your bags and are located throughout the city. If you have a few hours to spare before boarding a connecting train or have purchased some cheap train tickets to Plymouth for a day excursion, luggage storage can be quite beneficial. You'll be able to spend the day exploring the area without having to haul your bags around.

When travelling by train to Plymouth, you'll appreciate how convenient it is to arrive at a station with a range of amenities. There are a few food options and retailers, such as a newsagent, inside Plymouth Train Station, where you may fill up on essentials for your journey. A ticket office, ticket machines, a cash machine, bathrooms, baby changing facilities, payphones, lost and found services, luggage trolleys, postal services and waiting rooms are also available at the station. For health and safety concerns, there is also a defibrillator. There are employees available to assist anyone who needs help during their travels. The station provides accessible amenities such as step-free access throughout the station, train ramps, an induction loop, accessible ticket machines and wheelchairs if needed.

It's critical to have identification with you when travelling by train to Plymouth, such as a driver's licence or national identity card. Proper identification confirms your train ticket to Plymouth purchase and serves as proof in the event of any issues. Your ID should be current and include a photo of yourself to verify your identity. If you're coming by train to Plymouth from somewhere other than the UK, you'll need your passport to cross the border. While some train companies do not need passport checks, it is always a good idea to be prepared when travelling to Plymouth by rail.

If you’re leaving from Birmingham the lowest ticket price is usually about £188, from Newquay it’s about £129, and from Bristol it’s around £115.

Most people in Plymouth will arrive at Plymouth St Budeaux Ferry Road, one of the most accessible stations in the area. Major cities accessible by train from Plymouth St Budeaux Ferry Road are Exeter and Newquay.

Plymouth is serviced by some of the leading coach companies. Keep in mind that your options may vary by the city you’re departing from. However, our data also shows that AccesRail, Great Western Railway, and Train were frequently booked by travellers.

£118 is the average one-way price to Plymouth this week. The price of a train ticket to Plymouth remains generally consistent for the next 3 months. As seats fill up quickly, we recommend booking when you can so your trip is secured.

3.9 mi separate Plymouth St Budeaux Ferry Road station (the city’s most popular train station) from the centre of Plymouth. 8.2 mi separate Gunnislake station (the second most popular station) from the centre of Plymouth. 3.5 mi separate Plymouth station (the third most popular station) from the centre of Plymouth.

From Plymouth St Budeaux Ferry Road, it’s 2.8 mi to get to University of Plymouth, 3.3 mi to get to Derriford Hospital, and 3.2 mi to get to Hoe Park.