The average train between Plymouth and Tonbridge takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Tonbridge. 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 Tonbridge. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Tonbridge at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Tonbridge? 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 Tonbridge. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Tonbridge station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Plymouth to Tonbridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Tonbridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Tonbridge station.
Book your Plymouth to Tonbridge train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Plymouth and Tonbridge is 323.7 km. The road distance is 413 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Tonbridge via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 22m.