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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Plymouth (PLY)

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11

train journeys
per day

252

miles (406 kms)

7hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Plymouth is approximately 252 miles (406 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 48 mins.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Plymouth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 23 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Nelson to Plymouth

Journeys from Nelson to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:57
    8 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    14:47
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:57
    8 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    15:49
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:57
    8 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    16:47
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:57
    8 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    17:47
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:57
    8 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    18:47
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:57
    7 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    19:20
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:57
    8 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    21:51
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:57
    8 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    22:50
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:57
    8 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    23:43
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:57
    14 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    12:48
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:57
    14 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    13:47
    Nelson
    Plymouth
    Nelson to Plymouth

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
AddressNelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Nelson and Plymouth

The travel time between Nelson and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Plymouth. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Plymouth.

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