The average train between Gravesend and Plymouth takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Gravesend 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 every 2 hours between Gravesend and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gravesend is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 5:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 55m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gravesend to Plymouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Gravesend station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Gravesend to Plymouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Paddington station.
Gravesend to Plymouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Gravesend to Plymouth train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Gravesend and Plymouth is 338.1 km. The road distance is 405 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £95–170 and the journey takes 3h 13m.