The average train between Plymouth and Sleaford takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Sleaford. 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 3 hours between Plymouth and Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Sleaford? 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 Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Sleaford station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Plymouth to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sleaford station.
Book your Plymouth to Sleaford train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Plymouth and Sleaford is 389.2 km. The road distance is 500 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Sleaford via Derby and Nottingham in around 6h 42m.