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Trains from Durham (DHM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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25

train journeys
per day

322

miles (519 kms)

6hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

04:55 / 23:19

first / last train

10

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Durham (DHM) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Durham and Plymouth , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Durham to Plymouth is approximately 322 miles (519 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 57 mins.

GWR, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Plymouth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Durham to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 59 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Durham to Plymouth

Journeys from Durham to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:55
    7 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    12:14
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:13
    6 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    13:03
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:53
    7 hrs 54 minsDirect - overtaken train
    14:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:09
    7 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    14:13
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:53
    7 hrs 56 minsDirect - overtaken train
    15:49
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    6 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    14:57
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:53
    7 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    16:12
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:53
    7 hrs 54 minsDirect - overtaken train
    16:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:53
    7 hrs 54 minsDirect - overtaken train
    17:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:58
    7 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    17:12
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:52
    7 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    18:17
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:52
    7 hrs 55 minsDirect - overtaken train
    18:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:53
    7 hrs 54 minsDirect - overtaken train
    19:47
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:01
    7 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    19:20
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:55
    7 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    20:13
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:55
    7 hrs 54 minsDirect - overtaken train
    20:49
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:53
    7 hrs 58 minsDirect - overtaken train
    21:51
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:58
    7 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    21:12
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:53
    7 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    22:10
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:53
    7 hrs 57 minsDirect - overtaken train
    22:50
    Durham
    Plymouth
    Durham to Plymouth

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
AddressDurham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Durham and Plymouth

The travel time between Durham and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Durham and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:19.

First class tickets on trains between Durham and Plymouth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Durham to Plymouth

GWR, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Plymouth.

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