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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Farnborough is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Farnborough is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Farnborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Farnborough station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Frimley station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Farnborough?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Farnborough. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Farnborough North via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Farnborough?

The distance between Plymouth and Farnborough is 205 miles. The road distance is 183.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Farnborough without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Plymouth to Farnborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Farnborough bus from?

Plymouth to Farnborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Farnborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Farnborough?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Farnborough is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Plymouth to Farnborough bus arrive?

Plymouth to Farnborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Farnborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Farnborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Farnborough is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Plymouth to Farnborough.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Farnborough?

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Plymouth to Farnborough - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Farnborough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 45m
£92–172
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
6h 42m
£28–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
6h 16m
£40–96
Drive 182.1 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Farnboroughcar 182.1 mi
3h 12m
£45–64
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
7h 9m
£188–415
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 46m
£79–177
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EXT - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Basingstoketrain
7h 55m
£182–565

Plymouth to Farnborough by train

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Distance: 204 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £80–160 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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