The average train between Plymouth and Stratford takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Stratford. 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 Stratford. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Stratford at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Stratford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Plymouth to Stratford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Stratford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Stratford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Plymouth and Stratford is 317.6 km. The road distance is 374 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m.