The average train between Bristol and Plymouth takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 11:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol station and arriving at Plymouth station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.
Bristol to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Bristol to Plymouth train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bristol and Plymouth is 162.1 km. The road distance is 204 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 4 times a day.