The average train between Plymouth and Kent takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Kent. 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 Kent. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Kent? 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 Kent. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Kent station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Plymouth to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Plymouth to Kent train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Plymouth and Kent is 354.6 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Lenham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 5h 4m.