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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Plymouth

Average priceUS$15 - US$58Average duration6h 45m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average priceUS$128 - US$155Average duration3h 33m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$24Average duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to Plymouth

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cardiff to Plymouth: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$137
Average train trip duration3h 33m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure08:00
Distance87 miles
Latest train departure18:00

Cardiff to Plymouth Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Plymouth

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cardiff to Plymouth is US$137. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Plymouth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Cardiff to Plymouth?

    A train trip between Cardiff and Plymouth is around 3h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 88 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Cardiff and Plymouth?

    The number of trains from Cardiff to Plymouth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cardiff to Plymouth by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Cardiff and Plymouth is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Plymouth.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Plymouth, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Cardiff and Plymouth, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Cardiff to Plymouth.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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