The average train between Plymouth and Lichfield takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Lichfield. 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 Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 5:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Lichfield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Plymouth to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Plymouth to Lichfield train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Plymouth and Lichfield is 302.8 km. The road distance is 374 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 3h 28m.