The average train between Plymouth and Harwich takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Harwich. 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 Harwich. 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 Harwich at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Harwich? 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 Harwich. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Harwich station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Plymouth to Harwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Harwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Plymouth to Harwich train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Plymouth and Harwich is 416.7 km. The road distance is 481 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 5h 44m.