Train from Plymouth to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Plymouth to Birmingham on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:11 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 555, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
282 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 230 - R 3 359Average duration6h 20m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 875 - R 10 065Average duration3h 28m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 555 - R 717Average duration3h 20m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Birmingham by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham start from R 875. The average price for this train route is around R 4 249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Birmingham?

    The average train journey time from Plymouth to Birmingham is 3h 28m, covering a distance of 281 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Birmingham route?

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

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

    The earliest train from Plymouth to Birmingham departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:08.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 1 523
11/12
R 1 523
Today
R 4 027
13/12
R 3 932
14/12
R 1 087
15/12
No data
16/12
R 862
17/12
R 860
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Birmingham was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 860

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 R 860 to R 9 610 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 R 860, which is on 2025-12-17.

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