The average train between Plymouth and Wareham takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Wareham. 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 4 hours between Plymouth and Wareham. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Wareham at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Taunton and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Wareham? 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 Wareham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Wareham station via Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Plymouth to Wareham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Wareham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Upwey station.
Book your Plymouth to Wareham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Plymouth and Wareham is 147.9 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Wareham via Taunton, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 5h 48m.