The average train between Plymouth and Rochford takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Rochford. 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 Rochford. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Rochford at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Rochford? 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 Rochford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Rochford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
Plymouth to Rochford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Rochford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Rochford station.
Book your Plymouth to Rochford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Plymouth and Rochford is 365.2 km. The road distance is 430 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Rochford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 33m.