The average train between Plymouth and Medway takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Medway. 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 Medway. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Medway at 7:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Medway? 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 Medway. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Medway station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Plymouth to Medway train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Medway train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Medway train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Plymouth and Medway is 345.7 km. The road distance is 412 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m.