The average train between Plymouth and Wool takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Wool. 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 Wool. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Wool at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 12m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Wool? 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 Wool. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Wool station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.
Plymouth to Wool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Wool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Upwey station.
Book your Plymouth to Wool train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Plymouth and Wool is 140.1 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Wool via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 5h 40m.