The average train between Leicester and Plymouth takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Plymouth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Leicester to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Leicester to Plymouth train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Leicester and Plymouth is 327 km. The road distance is 411 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Plymouth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 27m.