The average train between Plymouth and Hornchurch takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Hornchurch. 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 Hornchurch. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Hornchurch at 6:42 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Hornchurch? 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 Hornchurch. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Hornchurch station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Plymouth to Hornchurch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Hornchurch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
The distance between Plymouth and Hornchurch is 332.5 km. The road distance is 390 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 9m.