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Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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11

train journeys
per day

389

miles (627 kms)

9hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 23:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Helensburgh Central and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Helensburgh Central to Plymouth is approximately 389 miles (627 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 9 mins.

CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Elizabeth Line, GWR, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Helensburgh Central and Plymouth.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Helensburgh Central to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 53 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Helensburgh Central to Plymouth

Journeys from Helensburgh Central to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:54
    9 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    16:47
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:25
    10 hrs 52 mins5 changes
    18:17
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:25
    10 hrs 55 mins5 changes
    19:20
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:25
    10 hrs 48 mins5 changes
    20:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:25
    10 hrs 24 mins4 changes
    20:49
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:25
    10 hrs 45 mins5 changes
    22:10
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:24
    10 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    23:36
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:23
    13 hrs 15 mins5 changes
    05:38
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:25
    16 hrs 14 mins5 changes
    09:39
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    21:32
    14 hrs 42 mins5 changes
    12:14
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    22:31
    15 hrs 42 mins5 changes
    14:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Plymouth
    Helensburgh Central to Plymouth

About Helensburgh Central Station

Station name Helensburgh Central (HLC)
AddressHelensburgh Central station, East Princes Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7QF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:55 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:55 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:55 - 00:00
Thursday 05:55 - 00:00
Friday 05:55 - 00:00
Saturday 05:55 - 00:00
Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
AddressPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Helensburgh Central and Plymouth

The travel time between Helensburgh Central and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Helensburgh Central and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:14.

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Amenities on trains between Helensburgh 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 Helensburgh Central & Plymouth. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Elizabeth Line, GWR, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Helensburgh Central and Plymouth.

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