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Trains from London Waterloo to Plymouth (PLY)

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22

train journeys
per day

192

miles (309 kms)

3hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:14 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Plymouth is approximately 192 miles (309 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 54 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:14
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:39
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:27
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    11:09
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    12:14
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:03
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    14:13
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    15:09
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    16:12
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    17:12
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    18:17
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    19:20
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:59
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    20:13
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:27
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    20:20
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    21:12
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:00
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    22:10
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:28
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    22:18
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:22
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    23:36
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:23
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    00:39
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:20
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    05:38
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:50
    9 hrs 49 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:39
    London Waterloo
    Plymouth
    London Waterloo to Plymouth

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 London Waterloo and Plymouth

The travel time between London Waterloo and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo & Plymouth. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Plymouth.

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