Train from Birmingham to Plymouth: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 1 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
PlymouthCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
PlymouthFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
PlymouthNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
PlymouthNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
PlymouthNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:32 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Plymouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
282 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€12 - €102Average duration6h 15m
7kg CO₂e
Average price€45 - €508Average duration3h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€23 - €29Average duration3h 20m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Plymouth 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 Birmingham to Plymouth?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Plymouth start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €103. 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 Birmingham to Plymouth?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Plymouth is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 281 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Plymouth departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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€71
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Plymouth was searched and found on 4 Feb 2026 with a price of €50

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

You can expect to pay from €50 to €493 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €50, which is on 2026-02-04.

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