What is the cheapest way to get from Bath to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Plymouth is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bath to Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Bath to Plymouth is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Plymouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Plymouth. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Bath to Plymouth?

The distance between Bath and Plymouth is 139 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bath to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Bath to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Bath to Plymouth?

The train from Bath Spa to Plymouth takes 2h 18m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bath to Plymouth bus from?

Bath to Plymouth bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Plymouth train from?

Bath to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Bath to Plymouth is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Bath to Plymouth bus arrive?

Bath to Plymouth bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bath to Plymouth train arrive?

Bath to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Bath to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Plymouth is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Bath to Plymouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Bath to Plymouth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bath to Plymouth?

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

There are 1616+ hotels available in Plymouth.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bath to Plymouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
2h 18m
£55–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Airport Tavernbus A4
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
5h 3m
£9–11
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Uk087 / ...
5h 3m
£16–38
Drive 120.9 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Plymouthcar 120.9 mi
2h 25m
£31–44
Train via Bristol Temple Meads
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 54m
£55–103

Bath to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Plymouth, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bath Spa to Plymouth once daily. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Station via Bus Station and Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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