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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Plymouth is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Plymouth is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Plymouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Guildford to Plymouth?

The distance between Guildford and Plymouth is 215 miles. The road distance is 191.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Guildford to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Plymouth bus from?

Guildford to Plymouth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Guildford to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Guildford to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Guildford to Plymouth bus arrive?

Guildford to Plymouth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Plymouth is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Guildford to Plymouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 5m
£86–169
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
7h 45m
£28–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
7h 29m
£33–58
Drive 190.2 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Plymouthcar 190.2 mi
3h 25m
£47–68
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 18m
£119–282
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 59m
£208–402

Guildford to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 214.2 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Plymouth via Reading in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Plymouth Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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