What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at East Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Audley End via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Saffron Walden?

The distance between Plymouth and Saffron Walden is 274 miles. The road distance is 262.7 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Saffron Walden without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £120 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Saffron Walden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Saffron Walden train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Saffron Walden?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Saffron Walden is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Plymouth to Saffron Walden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plymouth to Saffron Walden train arrive?

Plymouth to Saffron Walden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Saffron Walden?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Saffron Walden is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Plymouth to Saffron Walden.

Where can I stay near Saffron Walden?

There are 878+ hotels available in Saffron Walden.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley Endtrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
5h 20m
£126–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 17m
£52–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk049 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley Endtrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
8h 12m
£55–114
Drive 261.1 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Saffron Waldencar 261.1 mi
4h 37m
£63–91

Plymouth to Saffron Walden by train, foot, and bus

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5h 20mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.8 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Saffron Walden, England?

You can take a train from Plymouth to East Street via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, London Liverpool Street, Audley End, and Railway Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to East Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 8h 17m.

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