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

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Plymouth start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £187. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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 174 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Plymouth route?

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

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.

Train Birmingham to Plymouth from £37

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 38m	22:50	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	09:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 37m	12:49	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	09:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 37m	12:49	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	09:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 37m	12:49	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	09:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	12:47	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	17:48	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	11:30	Birmingham New Street	3h 19m	14:49	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	09:30	Birmingham New Street	3h 21m	12:51	Plymouth	No tags
Train	09:30	Birmingham New Street	3h 21m	12:51	Plymouth	No tags
Train	10:30	Birmingham New Street	3h 24m	13:54	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Plymouth on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 35m	10:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	11:48	Plymouth	No tags
Train	09:12	Birmingham New Street	3h 36m	12:48	Plymouth	No tags

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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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

175 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £84	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £447	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £24	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £39

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Plymouth start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £187. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 174 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
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.

Best price found

06/12

£77

07/12

£54

Today

£77

09/12

£77

10/12

£87

11/12

£69

12/12

£175

13/12

£175

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Plymouth was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £54

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 £54 to £427 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 £69, which is on 2025-12-11.