Train from Plymouth to Totnes: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Plymouth to Totnes on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Plymouth
TotnesCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
TotnesFastest
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Plymouth
TotnesNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Plymouth
TotnesNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Plymouth
TotnesNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Plymouth to Totnes

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Totnes. The journey takes about 26 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
26mAverage duration
21 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£6 - £10Average duration35m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£4 - £20Average duration26m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Totnes 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 Totnes?

    The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Totnes start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £12. 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 Totnes?

    The average train journey time from Plymouth to Totnes is 26m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 25m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

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

    The earliest train from Plymouth to Totnes departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Plymouth to Totnes?

    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 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Totnes?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Plymouth to Totnes?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Plymouth to Totnes?

    According to Busbud traveller 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.

Best price found
30/11
£9
01/12
£10
Today
£6
03/12
£3
04/12
£6
05/12
No data
06/12
£5
07/12
£3
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Totnes was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £3

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

You can expect to pay from £3 to £19 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Totnes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually CrossCountry, Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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