The average train between Plymouth and Alderley Edge takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Alderley Edge. 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 Plymouth and Alderley Edge. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Alderley Edge at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Alderley Edge? 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 Plymouth to Alderley Edge. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Alderley Edge station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.
Plymouth to Alderley Edge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Alderley Edge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Plymouth to Alderley Edge train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Plymouth and Alderley Edge is 351.5 km. The road distance is 459 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Alderley Edge via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 5h 24m.