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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Plymouth (PLY)

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18

train journeys
per day

236

miles (381 kms)

4hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:27

first / last train

13

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Plymouth , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Plymouth is approximately 236 miles (381 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 57 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    5 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 51 mins Direct
    11:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    4 hrs 56 mins Direct
    12:48
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:56
    4 hrs 53 mins Direct
    13:49
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:56
    4 hrs 51 mins Direct
    14:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:56
    4 hrs 53 mins Direct
    15:49
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    4 hrs 51 mins Direct
    16:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:56
    4 hrs 51 mins Direct
    17:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:56
    4 hrs 51 mins Direct
    18:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:24
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:56
    4 hrs 51 mins Direct
    19:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:56
    4 hrs 53 mins Direct
    20:49
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:56
    4 hrs 55 mins Direct
    21:51
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:56
    4 hrs 54 mins Direct
    22:50
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:56
    4 hrs 47 mins Direct
    23:43
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:56
    8 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:02
    12 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:15
    12 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Sheffield
    Plymouth
    Sheffield to Plymouth

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 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 Unavailable
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 Sheffield and Plymouth

The travel time between Sheffield and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield 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 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Sheffield to Plymouth

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

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