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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Plymouth is to bus via Watford Junction station which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Plymouth is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Watford Junction station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Plymouth via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Plymouth?

The distance between Harpenden and Plymouth is 255 miles. The road distance is 228.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Harpenden to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Plymouth bus from?

Harpenden to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Plymouth train from?

Harpenden to Plymouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus via Watford Junction station, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Harpenden to Plymouth bus arrive?

Harpenden to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Harpenden to Plymouth train arrive?

Harpenden to Plymouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Plymouth is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Harpenden to Plymouth.

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

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Harpenden to Plymouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Plymouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 33m
£115–221
Bus via Watford Junction station
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1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
8h 20m
£29–51
Drive 227.3 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Plymouthcar 227.3 mi
3h 59m
£56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
9h
£46–112

Harpenden to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 253.1 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Plymouth via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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