What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth is to bus which costs £28 - £120 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / York Road and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Plymouth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Plymouth is 224 miles. The road distance is 214.7 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £90 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Plymouth bus from?

Waterloo Station to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Plymouth train from?

Waterloo Station to Plymouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £120 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Plymouth bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Plymouth train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Plymouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Plymouth is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Waterloo Station to Plymouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Plymouth?

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 38m
£94–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
8h 15m
£28–111
Drive 213.5 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Plymouthcar 213.5 mi
4h 1m
£52–75
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 22m
£199–456
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 19m
£124–246

Waterloo Station to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 223.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Plymouth, England?

You can take a train from London Waterloo to Plymouth via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Plymouth Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 7h 5m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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