The average train between Sleaford and Plymouth takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 hourly between Sleaford and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 2:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 58m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Plymouth station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Sleaford to Plymouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.
Sleaford to Plymouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Sleaford to Plymouth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sleaford and Plymouth is 389.2 km. The road distance is 562 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Plymouth via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 54m.