London Paddington to Plymouth Trains From £43.60*

The train journey from London Paddington to Plymouth covers 190 miles (305 km) and takes an average of 3h 9m. 27 trains are running between London and Plymouth every day. The first train departs at 07:03, while the last train leaves at 23:30. Check the latest schedules for updates.

Departing from London Paddington

London Paddington station is situated on Praed Street in the Paddington district and is accessible by taxi, bus, underground, or bike.

Moreover, this station also serves the west of London, the Thames Valley, Southwest England, and South Wales, and is the terminus of the Heathrow Express and the Elizabeth Line. The main train operators are Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, and Heathrow Express, which provide tourists with diverse travel choices.

The Bakerloo, Circle and District, Circle and Hammersmith & City, and Elizabeth Line subway lines operate in London Paddington. These four lines are distributed across two separate stations. Passengers need to move between different platforms or areas to access the various Underground lines.

Main stops

The main stops along this journey include:

• Reading
• Taunton
• Newton Abbot

The stops may differ based on various operators, routes, and schedules.

Arriving at Plymouth

The fastest and most efficient route from London Paddington to Plymouth will bring you to Plymouth station, positioned at the Northern boundary of the city centre, near the North Cross roundabout. It is accessible by rail, taxi, bus, or bicycle.

Additionally, the station provides services from the southwest of the UK to the Midlands, Northeast, and Scotland, with destination cities including Derby and York. It also serves towns such as Bristol and Edinburgh. The main train operators at Plymouth are Great Western Railway and CrossCountry.

Plymouth is a vibrant seaside city where visitors can visit the sacred Plymouth Synagogue, stroll through numerous estates and gardens, and taste fine wine at the Plymouth Gin Distillery.

The fastest direct train from London Paddington to Plymouth by Great Weaven Railway takes 2 hours and 51 minutes. Passengers taking this route can enjoy modern urban landscapes, historic buildings, rustic rural scenery, and magnificent sea views.

The main operator from London Paddington to Plymouth is GWR, which is a British railway company that connects London with the regions of southwest, west, and West Midlands in England, as well as most parts of Wales. thereby enhancing connectivity across various regions of the UK.

Additionally, the train offers free WiFi, comfortable seating, ample luggage space, and a variety of convenient facilities for passengers to enjoy.

Great Western Railway Standard Class

Provide comfortable seats, power sockets, and free WiFi.

Great Western Railway First Class

Enjoy more spacious seating, various drinks and snacks, USB sockets, and enhanced free WiFi. Access a first-class lounge with complete facilities.

Travel with Great Western Railway

By taking the Great Wear Railway train, we will provide you with information about luggage, bicycles, children, pets, and passenger assistance.

• Luggage: Up to three pieces of luggage. Small suitcases, bags, medium-sized luggage, and larger items are permitted. Large items maximum 25x40x70 cm.
• Bicycles: Book bicycle parking spaces in advance, as parking spaces are limited, so book as early as possible.
• Children: Reserve seats in advance. Children under 5 travel free, ages 5-15 get 50% off most tickets.
• Pets: Up to two pets for free. Pets can’t occupy seats. Pets must be in pet carriers, except leashed dogs.
• Passenger Assist: Offer help to those in need: travel assistance, luggage handling, connections, and providing support at stations and surrounding areas.