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Outbound fromParkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth by train
It takes an average of 5h 52m to travel from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth by train, over a distance of around 99 miles (160 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth and tickets for this journey start from £40.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:59 | |
| Departure station | Parkstone (Dorset) | |
| Arrival station | Plymouth | |
| Journey time | From 4h 35m | |
| Distance | 99 miles (160 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £40.30 | |
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Taking the train from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth in 4 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 52 minutes to travel the 99 miles (160 km) from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to Plymouth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £40.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Plymouth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Parkstone (Dorset) to Plymouth
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Consider a Season Ticket
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