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Trains from Waltham Cross (WLC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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28

train journeys
per day

200

miles (322 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:48 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Waltham Cross (WLC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Waltham Cross and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Waltham Cross to Plymouth is approximately 200 miles (322 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Waltham Cross and Plymouth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Waltham Cross to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Waltham Cross to Plymouth

Journeys from Waltham Cross to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:48
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    11:10
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:48
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    12:14
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:48
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    13:03
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:32
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    14:13
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:37
    4 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    14:13
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:31
    4 hrs 42 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    15:13
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:37
    4 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    15:13
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:31
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    16:12
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:37
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    16:12
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:31
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    17:12
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:37
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    17:12
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:31
    4 hrs 46 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    18:17
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:37
    4 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    18:17
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:32
    4 hrs 48 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    19:20
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:37
    4 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    19:20
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:19
    4 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    20:13
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:31
    4 hrs 49 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    20:20
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:37
    4 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    20:20
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:31
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    21:12
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:14
    4 hrs 56 mins3 changes
    22:10
    Waltham Cross
    Plymouth
    Waltham Cross to Plymouth

About Waltham Cross Station

Station name Waltham Cross (WLC)
AddressWaltham Cross station, Station Approach, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, EN8 7LU
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 07:45 - 14:40
Sunday 08:15 - 15:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
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 Waltham Cross and Plymouth

The travel time between Waltham Cross and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Waltham Cross and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Waltham Cross 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 Waltham Cross & Plymouth. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Waltham Cross and Plymouth.

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