The average train between Kent and Plymouth takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Plymouth station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Kent to Plymouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Plymouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Kent to Plymouth train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Kent and Plymouth is 354.6 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Plymouth via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 15m.