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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Plymouth is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Plymouth via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Kent to Plymouth?

The distance between Kent and Plymouth is 294 miles. The road distance is 255.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Plymouth without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 5h 18m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Kent to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Plymouth bus from?

Kent to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Plymouth train from?

Kent to Plymouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Kent to Plymouth is to train via Ashford International which takes 5h 18m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Kent to Plymouth bus arrive?

Kent to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kent to Plymouth train arrive?

Kent to Plymouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Plymouth is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Kent to Plymouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 18m
£125–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
10h 19m
£35–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
9h 22m
£53–87
Drive 254.4 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Plymouthcar 254.4 mi
4h 22m
£64–93
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
7h 58m
£150–372
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 45m
£118–217
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
9h 54m
£256–522

Kent to Plymouth by train and subway

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Distance: 292.7 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Plymouth via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Plymouth Coach Station via King Street and London Victoria in around 10h 19m.

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