Train from Cheltenham to Plymouth: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cheltenham to Plymouth on December 3
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CrossCountryTrain
Cheltenham Spa
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Cheltenham Spa
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Cheltenham Spa
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cheltenham to Plymouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
138 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$20 - $79Average Duration6h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$38 - $363Average Duration2h 55m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$17 - $26Average Duration2h 50m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Plymouth by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Plymouth start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Cheltenham to Plymouth is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 138 miles (222 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 38m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators service the Cheltenham to Plymouth route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

    The earliest train departs from Cheltenham to Plymouth at 7:52am. And the latest train departs at 8:52pm.

  5. What 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$53
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