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Trains from Manchester Stations to Plymouth (PLY)

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18

train journeys
per day

229

miles (369 kms)

5hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations 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 Manchester Stations to Plymouth is approximately 229 miles (369 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 18 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    5 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    12:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    5 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:25
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:25
    5 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    15:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:25
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    16:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:25
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    17:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:25
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:03
    5 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    19:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:25
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    19:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:25
    5 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    20:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:25
    5 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:25
    5 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    22:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:25
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    23:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:25
    9 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    05:38
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:36
    11 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:52
    11 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Plymouth

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

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 Manchester Stations and Plymouth

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations 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 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Plymouth.

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