How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Plymouth to Birmingham?

The average train trip from Plymouth to Birmingham takes 3h 28m and covers 281 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Plymouth to Birmingham departs at 7:25am. The latest train departs at 8:08pm.

Train Plymouth to Birmingham from $70

Next train departures

Next departures for Plymouth to Birmingham on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:27pm	Plymouth	3h 28m	9:55pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	3h 28m	11:55am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:25am	Plymouth	3h 30m	10:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Plymouth	3h 30m	10:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	3h 28m	11:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:48 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Plymouth to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

282 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $201	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $817	Average Duration3h 28m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$38 - $38	Average Duration3h 50m	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 $73

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Plymouth to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Plymouth to Birmingham takes 3h 28m and covers 281 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Plymouth to Birmingham departs at 7:25am. The latest train departs at 8:08pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-25

$125

11-26

$125

Today

$101

11-28

$180

11-29

$124

11-30

$71

12-01

$124

12-02

$70

The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $70

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

You can expect to pay from $70 to $776 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-02.