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Birmingham New Street to Plymouth Trains From £33.00

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Buy cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth for just £33.00. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £117.20. The train journey from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth typically takes approximately 3h 18m. You can expect a frequency of 16 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Birmingham New Street to Plymouth Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 20:12
    Birmingham New Street

    3h 32m

    Direct

    23:44
    Plymouth
    Train G25240-1V68 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sun

    G25240-1V68

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    From £33.00
  2. 21:03
    Birmingham New Street

    8h 33m

    No direct

    05:36+1
    Plymouth
    Train G25255-1V89 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SunTrain G60388-1C50 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Sun

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    From £64.20
  3. 22:12
    Birmingham New Street

    9h 52m

    No direct

    08:04+1
    Plymouth
    Train G25246-1V72 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SunTrain L65939-2C05 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £156.70
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    Birmingham New Street to Plymouth Train Route Details

    The Birmingham New Street to Plymouth train ticket is £33.00. The average travel time is 3h 18m, covering a distance of approximately 281 miles. There are usually 16 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    09:30
    Last train
    22:12
    Departure station
    Birmingham New Street
    Arrival station
    Plymouth
    Journey time
    3h 18m
    Distance
    281 miles
    Price
    £33.00
    Train Operators
    Great Western Railway

    Choose Birmingham New Street to Plymouth Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Birmingham New Street to Plymouth Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Birmingham New Street to Plymouth train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £117.20 Save £38.68
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £117.20 Save £38.68
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £117.20 Save £38.68
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £117.20 Save £38.68

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Birmingham New Street to Plymouth train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth?

      The first train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth is at 09:30.
    • Are there direct trains from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth?

      No, there is no direct train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth, and passengers would need to make 1 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth ?

      The train journey from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth typically takes an average of 4h 17m, with the fastest journey duration being around 3h 18m.
    • How much is a train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth ?

      The cost of a train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £33.00 and the average price being around £117.20.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.