The average train between Plymouth and Scotland takes 9h 39m and the fastest train takes 8h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Scotland. 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 2 hours between Plymouth and Scotland. 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 Scotland at 10:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 9h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Scotland? 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 Scotland. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Glasgow Central station via Birmingham New Street station and Warrington Bank Quay station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.
Plymouth to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Scotland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Plymouth and Scotland is 713.3 km. The road distance is 777 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Warrington Bank Quay in around 8h 56m.