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Trip Overview

The average train between Plymouth and Royston takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Royston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 5m
Duration
273 mi
Distance
£145
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plymouth to Royston train times

Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Royston. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Royston at 7:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 31m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 19m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 36m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Royston? 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.

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  • Distance: 273.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Royston, Hertfordshire, England?

You can take a train from Plymouth to Royston via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 4h 44m.

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