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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Plymouth (PLY)

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17

train journeys
per day

236

miles (380 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Plymouth is approximately 236 miles (380 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 56 mins.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:23
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:37
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:37
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    05:38
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:26
    11 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    09:39
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:33
    11 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Canterbury West
    Plymouth
    Canterbury West to Plymouth

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Canterbury West and Plymouth

The travel time between Canterbury West and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West & Plymouth. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Plymouth.

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