The average train between Hornchurch and Plymouth takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Hornchurch 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 Hornchurch and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hornchurch is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Whitechapel station and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Hornchurch 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 Hornchurch to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Hornchurch station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Hornchurch to Plymouth train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Paddington station.
Hornchurch to Plymouth train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Plymouth station.
The distance between Hornchurch and Plymouth is 332.5 km. The road distance is 390 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 13m.