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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Plymouth (PLY)

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27

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:43

first / last train

7

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Plymouth , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Plymouth is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Central to Plymouth

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:07
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    09:10
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:28
    3 hrs 13 mins1 change
    09:41
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:51
    3 hrs 40 mins1 change - overtaken train
    10:31
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:57
    3 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    10:31
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    3 hrs 20 mins1 change
    10:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:00
    3 hrs 33 minsDirect
    11:33
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:37
    3 hrs 11 mins1 change
    11:48
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    3 hrs 32 minsDirect
    12:32
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:28
    3 hrs 20 mins1 change
    12:48
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:41
    3 hrs 6 mins1 change
    13:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:00
    3 hrs 32 minsDirect
    14:32
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    3 hrs 17 mins1 change
    14:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:30
    3 hrs 19 mins1 change
    15:49
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:00
    3 hrs 32 minsDirect
    16:32
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:30
    3 hrs 17 mins1 change
    16:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:00
    3 hrs 35 minsDirect
    17:35
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:30
    3 hrs 17 mins1 change
    17:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:30
    3 hrs 17 mins1 change
    18:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:00
    3 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    19:20
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:27
    3 hrs 20 mins1 change
    19:47
    Cardiff Central
    Plymouth
    Cardiff Central to Plymouth

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Cardiff Central and Plymouth

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Plymouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Plymouth

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Plymouth.

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