Telford to Plymouth by train

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Overview: trains from Telford to Plymouth

Find the key information for travelling by train from Telford to Plymouth, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:38 View journey
Last train 21:08 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 282
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey CA$281.45 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 36m
Train operators 6

Travelling from Telford to Plymouth by train

Considering a train trip from Telford to Plymouth? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Telford and Plymouth

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: CA$281.45

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Telford to Plymouth departure frequency and train timetable

With 30 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 15 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:38 and the last one is at 21:08. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:42, with the last one at 20:44.

Travel time and distance between Telford and Plymouth

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, covering a total of 282 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Telford and Plymouth?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Telford and Plymouth 4 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn even more about travelling from Telford to Plymouth by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Plymouth.

FAQs about the train journey from Telford to Plymouth

Want to know more about your journey from Telford to Plymouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Telford to Plymouth is 282 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.