The average train between Plymouth and Essex takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Essex. 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 every 2 hours between Plymouth and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
Plymouth to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Plymouth to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Plymouth and Essex is 367.8 km. The road distance is 435 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 5h 17m.