How much does a train ticket cost from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Plymouth start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Plymouth is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 138 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 38m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Plymouth route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Great Western Railway .

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

The earliest train from Cheltenham to Plymouth departs at 07:52. And the latest train departs at 19:54.

Which is the best train operator from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

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 Cheltenham to Plymouth?

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

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.

Train Cheltenham to Plymouth from £21

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cheltenham to Plymouth on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:52	Cheltenham Spa	2h 58m	18:50	Plymouth	No tags
Train	16:52	Cheltenham Spa	2h 55m	19:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	17:52	Cheltenham Spa	2h 53m	20:45	Plymouth	No tags
Train	18:52	Cheltenham Spa	2h 55m	21:47	Plymouth	No tags
Train	19:52	Cheltenham Spa	2h 58m	22:50	Plymouth	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Plymouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

138 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £60	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £286	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £20	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to Plymouth by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Cheltenham to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Plymouth start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Plymouth?
The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Plymouth is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 138 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 38m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Plymouth?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to Plymouth departs at 07:52. And the latest train departs at 19:54.
Which is the best train operator from Cheltenham to Plymouth?
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 Cheltenham to Plymouth?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Plymouth?
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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cheltenham to Plymouth?
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.