The average train between Ilford and Plymouth takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilford 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 Ilford and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Ilford to Plymouth train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Ilford to Plymouth train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Ilford to Plymouth train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ilford and Plymouth is 323.2 km. The road distance is 380 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 13m.