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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Manchester Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

229

miles (369 kms)

5hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 03:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Manchester Stations is approximately 229 miles (369 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 46 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    18:59
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:27
    5 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    19:59
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:27
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    6 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    22:30
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:27
    5 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    23:07
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:27
    6 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    01:24
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    9 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Plymouth
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly

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

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Plymouth and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Plymouth and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 03:58.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Plymouth & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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