The average train between Ludlow and Plymouth takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ludlow 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 Ludlow to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Plymouth station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Ludlow to Plymouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Plymouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Ludlow to Plymouth train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Ludlow and Plymouth is 243 km. The road distance is 353 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Plymouth via Newport (S Wales) and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 56m.