The average train between Wales and Plymouth takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Plymouth station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Wales to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Wales to Plymouth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Plymouth is 215.5 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Plymouth via Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 29m.