The average train between Nottingham and Plymouth takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Plymouth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
Nottingham to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Nottingham to Plymouth train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Nottingham and Plymouth is 353.5 km. The road distance is 439 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Plymouth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 46m.