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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 | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Plymouth to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $24, 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 $53. The average price for this train route is around $131. 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 41m, covering a distance of 86 miles (139 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
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 11:55pm.
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 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Cardiff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Plymouth to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller 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 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.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $103To 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.
