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Trains from York (YRK) to Plymouth (PLY)

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31

train journeys
per day

279

miles (449 kms)

5hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:26

first / last train

12

direct trains

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between York and Plymouth , with 12 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Plymouth is approximately 279 miles (449 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 37 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between York and Plymouth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from York to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:40
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:19
    6 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    12:48
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:03
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    6 hrs 5 mins Direct
    13:49
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    14:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    6 hrs 5 mins Direct
    15:49
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    6 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    6 hrs 4 mins Direct
    16:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    17:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    6 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    18:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    5 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:44
    6 hrs 3 mins Direct
    19:47
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:59
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    6 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    York
    Plymouth
    York to Plymouth

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 York and Plymouth

The travel time between York and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 12 direct services per day from York to Plymouth

GWR, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between York and Plymouth.

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