The average train between Irvine and Plymouth takes 10h 12m and the fastest train takes 8h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Irvine 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 Irvine and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 12:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 10h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Irvine 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 Irvine to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at Plymouth station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.
Irvine to Plymouth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.
Irvine to Plymouth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Irvine to Plymouth train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Irvine and Plymouth is 584.5 km. The road distance is 867 km.
You can take a train from Irvine to Plymouth via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 10h 43m.