Train from Plymouth to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Plymouth to Birmingham on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 22:48 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
175 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£11 - £108Average duration6h 20m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£40 - £439Average duration3h 28m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£21 - £21Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Plymouth to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £189. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Birmingham?

    The average train journey time from Plymouth to Birmingham is 3h 28m, covering a distance of 174 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Birmingham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Birmingham?

    The earliest train from Plymouth to Birmingham departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:08.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/11
£67
26/11
£67
Today
£55
28/11
£97
29/11
£67
30/11
£38
01/12
£67
02/12
£38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Birmingham was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £417 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-02.

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