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Plymouth to Ardrossan South Beach by train
| First train | 04:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:25 | |
| Departure station | Plymouth | |
| Arrival station | Ardrossan South Beach | |
| Journey time | From 8h 58m | |
| Distance | 365 miles (587 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Plymouth to Ardrossan South Beach in 8 hours 58 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Plymouth to Ardrossan South Beach? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours 5 minutes to travel the 365 miles (587 km) from Plymouth to Ardrossan South Beach by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or ScotRail to Ardrossan South Beach. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Plymouth to Ardrossan South Beach in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Ardrossan South Beach by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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