The average train between Plymouth and Sway takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Sway. 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 Sway. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Sway at 12:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Taunton and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Sway? 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 Sway. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Southampton Central station via Taunton station and Westbury (Wilts) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Plymouth to Sway train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Sway train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.
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The distance between Plymouth and Sway is 184.8 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Sway via Taunton, Westbury (Wilts), and Southampton Central in around 5h 39m.