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Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €15.58, with average prices for this route around €23.01. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:14
Cheltenham Spa
09:41
Plymouth
3h 27m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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07:26
Cheltenham Spa
10:34
Plymouth
3h 8m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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07:34
Cheltenham Spa
13:03
Plymouth
5h 29m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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08:01
Cheltenham Spa
10:47
Plymouth
2h 46m, DirectCrossCountry
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08:52
Cheltenham Spa
11:48
Plymouth
2h 56m, DirectCrossCountry
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09:26
Cheltenham Spa
14:13
Paris
4h 47m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:14
Last train
Last train
23:04
Departure station
Departure station
Cheltenham Spa
Arrival station
Arrival station
Plymouth
Journey time
Journey time
2h 46m
Distance
Distance
138 miles
Price
Price
€15.58*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.