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Outbound fromPlymouth to Manchester Oxford Road by train
It takes an average of 7h 13m to travel from Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road by train, over a distance of around 229 miles (368 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road and tickets for this journey start from £145.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:54 | |
| Departure station | Plymouth | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Oxford Road | |
| Journey time | From 5h 11m | |
| Distance | 229 miles (368 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £145.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road
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The train from Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road usually takes 7 hours 13 minutes on average to travel 229 miles (368 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 11 minutes. You can expect to find 16 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Manchester Oxford Road, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £145.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Plymouth to Manchester Oxford Road is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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