The average train between Watford and Plymouth takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford 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 Watford and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Queens Park (London) and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford 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 Watford to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from London Paddington station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Watford to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.
Watford to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.
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The distance between Watford and Plymouth is 298.4 km. The road distance is 347 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £90–170 and the journey takes 3h 13m.