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

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Plymouth is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Tottenham Hale Bus Station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Saffron Walden and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Plymouth via Liverpool Street station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Plymouth?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Plymouth is 274 miles. The road distance is 263.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Saffron Walden to Plymouth, including transfers.

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

Saffron Walden to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

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

Saffron Walden to Plymouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Audley End station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Plymouth is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Islington, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Plymouth bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Plymouth train arrive?

Saffron Walden to Plymouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Plymouth is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Saffron Walden to Plymouth.

Where can I stay near Plymouth?

There are 1675+ hotels available in Plymouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Audley End to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 40m
£126–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
9h 47m
£53–129
Bus via Islington
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
9h 13m
£60–158
Drive 261.7 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Plymouthcar 261.7 mi
4h 39m
£64–92

Saffron Walden to Plymouth by bus, train, and subway

139Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.8 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from High Street to Plymouth via Railway Station, Audley End, London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 40m. 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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