The average train between Plymouth and South Wales takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to South Wales. 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 South Wales. 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 South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to South Wales? 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 South Wales. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at South Wales station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Plymouth to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Plymouth to South Wales train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Plymouth and South Wales is 156.6 km. The road distance is 301 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Cwmbach via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 28m.