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Trains from Newcastle (NCL) to Plymouth (PLY)

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29

train journeys
per day

334

miles (538 kms)

6hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:45 / 00:48

first / last train

11

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Newcastle (NCL) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Newcastle and Plymouth , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Newcastle to Plymouth is approximately 334 miles (538 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 58 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Newcastle to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Newcastle to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:45
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:26
    7 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    12:48
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:59
    7 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    7 hrs 9 mins Direct
    13:49
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    7 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    7 hrs 7 mins Direct
    14:47
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    7 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    7 hrs 8 mins Direct
    15:49
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:58
    7 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    7 hrs 7 mins Direct
    16:47
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    7 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    7 hrs 7 mins Direct
    17:47
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:58
    7 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    7 hrs 7 mins Direct
    18:47
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:36
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:41
    7 hrs 6 mins Direct
    19:47
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:58
    7 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    7 hrs 12 mins Direct
    20:49
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:01
    7 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    7 hrs 11 mins Direct
    21:51
    Newcastle
    Plymouth
    Newcastle to Plymouth

About Newcastle Station

Station name Newcastle (NCL)
Address Newcastle-upon-Tyne station, Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5DL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:30 - 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

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 Newcastle and Plymouth

The travel time between Newcastle and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Newcastle and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:48.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Newcastle to Plymouth

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

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