The average train between Worcester and Plymouth takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Worcester 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 Worcester and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Worcester 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 Worcester to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Worcester station and arriving at Plymouth station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Worcester to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.
Worcester to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Worcester to Plymouth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Worcester and Plymouth is 242.4 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Plymouth via Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 14m.