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Outbound fromPlymouth to Stockton by train
It takes an average of 12h 27m to travel from Plymouth to Stockton by train, over a distance of around 313 miles (504 km). There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Plymouth to Stockton and tickets for this journey start from £72.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:50 | |
| Departure station | Plymouth | |
| Arrival station | Stockton | |
| Journey time | From 7h 8m | |
| Distance | 313 miles (504 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £72.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Plymouth to Stockton
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The train from Plymouth to Stockton usually takes 12 hours 27 minutes on average to travel 313 miles (504 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 7 hours 8 minutes. You can expect to find 13 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Stockton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Plymouth to Stockton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £72.70. 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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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 Stockton 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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