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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Plymouth (PLY)

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18

train journeys
per day

223

miles (360 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

06:23 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Plymouth is approximately 223 miles (360 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Plymouth.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:14
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:53
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:24
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:23
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:07
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:53
    7 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:53
    9 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Cambridge
    Plymouth
    Cambridge to Plymouth

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
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 Cambridge and Plymouth

The travel time between Cambridge and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Plymouth. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Plymouth.

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