The average train between Plymouth and Lanark takes 9h 50m and the fastest train takes 8h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Lanark. 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 3 hours between Plymouth and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Lanark at 11:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 9h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Lanark? 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 Lanark. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Motherwell station via Birmingham New Street station and Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.
Plymouth to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Lanark train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Motherwell station.
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The distance between Plymouth and Lanark is 590.1 km. The road distance is 745 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Lanark via Birmingham New Street, Preston, and Motherwell in around 9h 34m.