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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Plymouth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Cardiff Central | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Plymouth to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Plymouth to Cardiff by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Cardiff start from $114. The average price for this train route is around $134. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Plymouth to Cardiff is 3h 31m, covering a distance of 86 miles (139 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 58m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Plymouth to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Plymouth to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Plymouth to Cardiff at 8:27am. And the latest train departs at 8:14pm.
What is the best train operator from Plymouth to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Cardiff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Plymouth to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Plymouth to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Cardiff was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Cardiff, as early as possible.
