The average train between Plymouth and Ashford takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Ashford. 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 Ashford. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Ashford at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Ashford? 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 Ashford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Ashford station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Plymouth to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Staines station.
Book your Plymouth to Ashford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Plymouth and Ashford is 284 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Ashford (Surrey) via Reading and Staines in around 4h 9m.