The average train between Scotland and Plymouth takes 9h 1m and the fastest train takes 8h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland to Plymouth. 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 2 hours between Scotland and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 11:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 9h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scotland to Plymouth? 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 Scotland to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Plymouth station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.
Scotland to Plymouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Plymouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Scotland to Plymouth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Scotland and Plymouth is 713.3 km. The road distance is 820 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Plymouth via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 36m.