The average train between Plymouth and Whitchurch takes 6h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Whitchurch. 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 Whitchurch. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Whitchurch at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 6h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Whitchurch? 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 Whitchurch. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Whitchurch station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.
Plymouth to Whitchurch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Whitchurch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Whitchurch (Shrops) station.
Book your Plymouth to Whitchurch train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Plymouth and Whitchurch is 306 km. The road distance is 428 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Whitchurch (Shrops) via Bristol Temple Meads and Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 44m.